Civil War and Reconstruction

What does the phrase “Manifest Destiny” refer to?

• The belief that slavery should spread across the United States

• The idea that the U.S. was destined to expand across the continent

• The call for immediate independence from Britain

• The policy of remaining neutral in foreign affairs

Who is credited with coining the term “Manifest Destiny”?

• Henry Clay

• John L. O’Sullivan

• James K. Polk

• John C. Calhoun

According to John L. O’Sullivan, America’s Manifest Destiny was to:

• Remain within its 13 colonies

• Expand across the continent for its growing population

• Avoid involvement with European nations

• Focus on industrial development in the North

Which region became the base for further expansion after the Louisiana Purchase?

• Oregon Territory

• Texas

• Ohio River Valley

• California

What major issue split the Democratic Party during the Election of 1844?

• Industrial development

• Annexation of Texas

• Ratification of the Constitution

• Expansion of railroads

Which group of Democrats supported Martin Van Buren?

• Southern Democrats

• Northern Democrats

• Liberty Party

• Whigs

Why did Northern Democrats oppose expansionist ideals/annexing Texas?

• They wanted to avoid war with Britain

• They feared it would expand slavery

• They wanted to prioritize the American System

• They supported the Oregon Treaty

Answer explanation

As the annexation of Texas gave way to the expansion of slavery, many Northern Democrats were opposed to expansionist ideals.

Who wanted to nominate former president Martin Van Buren who was opposed to the annexation of Texas?

• Northern Democrats

• Southern Democrats

• Northern Republicans

• Southern Republicans

Who did Southern Democrats want as their 1844 nominee?

• Martin Van Buren

• Henry Clay

• James K. Polk

• John C. Calhoun

Who ultimately won the Democratic Party nomination in 1844?

• John C. Calhoun

• Martin Van Buren

• James K. Polk

• Henry Clay