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What was the goal of the Lewis and Clark expedition?
to explore the Louisiana Territory
California grew rapidly after which of the following was discovered there?
gold
What was the effect the telegraph had on the American people?
It allowed messages to quickly be sent across long distances.
The Louisiana Purchase covered lands between the __________ and _________, and doubled the territory of the United States.
Mississippi River and Rocky Mountains
The route used by many pioneers to travel to the Pacific Northwest crossing two thousand miles with a beginning point in Independence, Missouri is known as the
Oregon Trail
The journey of the Cherokee who were forced to move from their homes in the Southeast to the Indian Territory became known as the
The Trail of Tears
What was the effect of the cotton gin?
It made the job of getting seeds out of the cotton faster.
What is the name of the site of a major battle in Texas’ fight for independence?
The Alamo
In the early 1800s, France and Great Britain were at war with each other again. Why did the United States want to trade with both of these European countries?
Trade with other countries promotes economic growth.
The War of 1812 was fought between the United States and Great Britain. The MAIN reason why this war was fought was
to protect the right to trade with anyone.
You and your family choose to move to Oregon instead of staying in your home in Georgia. This is an example of ________________.
opportunity cost
How does voluntary exchange help both buyers and sellers?
Buyers receive the goods and services, and sellers make a profit.
Which of the following was a major physical barrier for westward expansion?
High peaks of the Rocky Mountains
How did the steamboat allow businesses to be more productive?
It made it faster to ship goods.
Who was the Native American that assisted Lewis and Clark in their exploration of the Louisiana Territory?
Sacagawea
What was the effect of the Battle of Little Bighorn?
Americans thought all Native Americans should be relocated to reservations.
