U.S. History: Key Events and Issues

The video covers Chapter 17 of the American Pageant, focusing on Manifest Destiny and its legacy. It discusses key figures like John Tyler and James K. Polk, international incidents, and the impact of Manifest Destiny on American expansion. The video also explores political parties, military conflicts, and treaties, highlighting the divisive issue of slavery in new territories. The conclusion addresses the effects of expansion on native populations.

What was a significant challenge faced by President John Tyler during his presidency?

• Conflict with Mexico

• Support for the Liberty Party

• Issues with the protective tariff

• Opposition to the Democratic Party

The Creole incident highlighted tensions between which two countries?

• America and Mexico

• America and Britain

• America and Spain

• America and France

What was the slogan '54-40 or Fight' associated with?

• The California Gold Rush

• The annexation of Texas

• The control of Oregon

• The Mexican-American War

Which political party's actions inadvertently led to the annexation of Texas?

• The Whig Party

• The Democratic Party

• The Republican Party

• The Liberty Party

What was the purpose of the Walker Tariff of 1846?

• To increase tariffs significantly

• To abolish tariffs completely

• To support the Whig Party's policies

• To compromise and generate revenue

What did the Spot Resolution, introduced by Abraham Lincoln, challenge?

• The validity of the Mexican-American War

• The annexation of California

• The election of James K. Polk

• The establishment of the Bear Flag Republic

The Bear Flag Republic was a symbol of what desire among Americans?

• To oppose the Mexican-American War

• To support the Whig Party

• To free California from Mexican rule

• To maintain peace with Mexico

What was a significant outcome of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

• The acquisition of Texas, California, and Oregon

• The establishment of the Liberty Party

• The annexation of Florida

• The end of the Civil War

What was the Wilmot Proviso primarily concerned with?

• The annexation of Hawaii

• The prohibition of slavery in new territories

• The abolition of tariffs

• The expansion of the railroad

What was a major divisive issue leading to the Civil War, as discussed in the final section?

• The control of Oregon

• The annexation of Hawaii

• The balance of power in the Senate

• The expansion of the railroad