American Progress Painting Quiz

What is the concept of "manifest destiny" as described in the text?

• The belief that America was meant to grow so democracy and freedom could spread.

• The idea that America should remain small and isolated.

• The belief that only certain families should have special privileges.

• The concept that America should not expand its territory.

Who were granted full rights of citizenship during the period discussed in the text?

• All citizens regardless of race or gender.

• Only white men who owned land.

• Enslaved people and indigenous residents.

• Women and children.

What event led to America doubling in size right away after the Revolutionary War?

• The purchase of land from France and Spain.

• The end of the Civil War.

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence.

• The Louisiana Purchase.

Who first used the phrase "manifest destiny"?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John O'Sullivan

• Benjamin Franklin

What did O'Sullivan believe about the expansion of the U.S.?

• It should happen through peaceful negotiation only.

• It should involve attacking neighbors and taking land.

• It should be avoided to maintain peace.

• It should be done with the consent of Native Americans.

Which territory did American settlers gain independence from in 1836?

• California

• Oregon

• Texas

• Florida

What was the reaction of the Mexican government when the U.S. annexed Texas?

• They were pleased and supportive.

• They were indifferent.

• They were furious and felt violated.

• They immediately declared war.

What did many Americans in the 1800s think of Native Americans?

• They saw them as civilized and advanced.

• They considered them allies.

• They viewed them as uncivilized.

• They thought they were superior.

What territory did Britain give up to the U.S. after the Revolutionary War in 1783?

• South of the Great Lakes and east of the Mississippi

• Florida

• Texas

• Oregon Territory

In 1803, from which country did the U.S. buy a huge area of land?

• Spain

• Britain

• France

• Mexico