Manifest Destiny and Westward Expansion

How many colonies made up America in the early 1700s?

• 10

• 13

• 15

• 7

What was a primary reason pioneers traveled west?

• To find gold

• To escape religious persecution

• To get low-cost land

• To explore new cultures

When was the Homestead Act passed?

• May 20, 1862

• July 4, 1776

• January 1, 1800

• December 25, 1850

How many acres of land were offered to individuals under the Homestead Act?

• 80 acres

• 100 acres

• 160 acres

• 320 acres

Which of the following was NOT a requirement to receive land under the Homestead Act?

• Pay a small filing fee

• Live on the land for at least five years

• Grow profitable crops

• Make improvements on the land

What was the belief known as "Manifest Destiny"?

• The belief that all people should live in peace

• The belief that the United States was destined to expand across North America

• The belief that wealth was guaranteed in the West

• The belief that Native Americans should retain their land

What was a consequence for Native Americans due to the pioneers' belief in Manifest Destiny?

• They gained new territories

• They were forced out of their homes

• They formed alliances with pioneers

• They received financial compensation

What was a significant challenge faced by pioneers moving west?

• Lack of available wagons

• Easy access to supplies

• Smooth and well-maintained trails

• Difficult journey through tough conditions