WorksheetsSocial Studies Westward Expansion
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
Which event was one cause of the U.S.-Mexican War?
The United States banned slavery in territories acquired from Mexico
The U.S. Congress debated statehood for New Mexico
U.S. and Mexican soldiers fought over disputed territory north of the Rio Grande
The United States acquired the Mexican Cession
Which headline describes an event that established guidelines for the admission of new states to the United States?
What motivated some people to support this nativist slogan?
An affirmation of states’ rights by Jefferson Davis and the belief that tariffs are un-American
Large-scale immigration to cities and the belief that immigrants stole jobs from native-born citizens
The desire for an independent country free from foreign rule and unfair mercantile economic policies
A rejection of anti-American influence following the Battle of San Jacinto and the addition of new territories
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Historically, the map shown is relevant because it shows
the effect of the "Northwest Ordinance."
trails used in the relocation of Native Americans.
how the United States completed its "Manifest Destiny."
the migration of people out of the California territory.
This painting illustrates the concept of __________.
Manifest Destiny
nullification
segregation
abolition
Match the territory to how it was gained:
Bought from France.
Louisiana
Treaty with Spain.
Florida
Became an independent country, then joined the US.
Texas
Treaty with Great Britan.
Oregon
Won after war with Mexico.
California/Southwest
This excerpt is from a song written in 1875.
Oh! times are tough, amazing rough, Expenses are alarming, I will go West, it’s far the best, Try my luck at farming. For the idea, of staying here To just earn your gruel, Makes me feel sad and sometimes mad ’Tis so awful cruel. —sheet music by J. P. Barrett, "I Will Go West!"
Based on the excerpt and your knowledge of U.S. history, which aspect of American life during this time is indicated by this song?
Unfair working conditions due to industrialization inspired artists to begin a protest movement.
The nation’s economy shifted away from industrialization in order to focus on agriculture.
Difficult conditions in industrial cities encouraged people to seek opportunities elsewhere.
A dramatic increase in the inflation rate at this time raised the cost of living in industrial cities.
Who do historians consider the greatest Mountain Man? He explored more of the West, and collected more beaver pelts, than anyone else in the 1820's & 1830's. He also is credited with finding South Pass, a 12-mile gap in the Rocky Mountains that wagons could get through. (a)
Jedediah Smith
Jim Beckwourth
Hugh Glass
Meriwether Lewis
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Which of the following was a primary reason for the westward expansion of the United States in the 19th century?
A) The discovery of gold in California
B) The invention of the steam engine
C) The signing of the Treaty of Paris
D) The end of the Civil War
What was the significance of the Homestead Act of 1862 in the context of westward expansion?
A) It provided free land to settlers in the West
B) It established the first national park
C) It ended the Mexican-American War
D) It granted citizenship to Native Americans
Which trail was primarily used by settlers moving west to Oregon in the mid-1800s?
A) The Santa Fe Trail
B) The Oregon Trail
C) The Appalachian Trail
D) The Chisholm Trail
What was the main purpose of the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
A) To find a water route to the Pacific Ocean
B) To establish trade with Native American tribes
C) To map the southern United States
D) To explore the Great Lakes region
