
Explore Manifest Destiny through engaging reading passages that examine America's 19th-century belief in westward expansion. Develop critical thinking skills while analyzing primary sources and historical texts about this pivotal concept in U.S. History.

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Sectionalism, Manifest Destiny, Mexican-American War, & 1850s Turbulence
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11th Grade
6 questions
Ruby K. Manifest Destiny
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6th Grade
7 questions
Manifest Destiny Passage
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7th Grade
6 questions
Manifest Destiny and Westward Expansion
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8th Grade

12 questions
Manifest Destiny - SIRIUS
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8th Grade
21 questions
Manifest Destiny and Westward Expansion
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11th Grade
8 questions
Americans Carry Out Manifest Destiny in Texas
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6th - 8th Grade
17 questions
Manifest Destiny Quiz
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8th Grade
5 questions
Manifest Destiny pt.2
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7th Grade
21 questions
Manifest Destiny and the Oregon Country Section 1 Quiz
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7th Grade
28 questions
Manifest Destiny WG
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7th Grade
27 questions
Manifest Destiny and Westward Expansion
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8th Grade
Manifest Destiny reading comprehension resources provide students with carefully crafted passages that explore this pivotal concept in American expansion during the 19th century. These educational materials feature primary source documents, historical narratives, and analytical texts that challenge students to examine the political, social, and economic factors that drove westward expansion. Through engaging reading passages paired with text-based questions, students develop critical thinking skills as they analyze the motivations behind territorial acquisition, evaluate the impact on Native American populations, and assess the role of nationalism and religious beliefs in shaping American policy. The comprehension activities guide learners to make connections between Manifest Destiny and key events such as the Mexican-American War, the California Gold Rush, and the completion of the transcontinental railroad. Wayground's extensive collection supports teachers with millions of educator-created reading comprehension resources that can be easily discovered through robust search and filtering capabilities. The platform's standards-aligned materials enable instructors to differentiate instruction by selecting passages at appropriate reading levels and complexity for diverse learners. Teachers can customize existing resources or create new comprehension activities using the platform's digital-first tools, allowing for seamless integration into both classroom instruction and remote learning environments. These flexible delivery options support comprehensive lesson planning while providing targeted remediation for struggling readers and enrichment opportunities for advanced students, ensuring that all learners can engage meaningfully with complex historical concepts and strengthen their analytical reading skills.

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