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8th Grade - University
Historical Forces - Manifest Destiny - U.S. Expansion
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8th Grade - University
Social-studies
Examine the concept of Manifest Destiny and its influence on U.S. territorial expansion, analyzing key events such as the Louisiana Purchase, the annexation of Texas, and the Oregon Trail. Investigate policies and treaties that facilitated growth, including the Indian Removal Act and the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. Understand the motivations driving expansion, such as economic opportunities, national security, and the belief in American cultural superiority. Explore the consequences, including the displacement of Indigenous peoples, the expansion of slavery, and the shaping of the national identity. Develop skills in critical analysis of historical events and understanding the interconnectedness of social, political, and economic factors in shaping U.S. history.