Westward Expansion

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The shaded area on the map is known as the: Great Basin, Rocky Mountains, Lowlands, Great Plains

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Great Plains

Front

The climate of the Great Plains has—

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low rainfall and frequent dust storms

Front

Which of the following pictures was NOT an invention that supported westward migration after the Civil War?

1 (windmill)

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2 (steam engine)

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3 (barbed wire)

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4 (ice carriage)

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4 (ice carriage)

Front

Which was NOT a reason for the increase in Westward Expansion?
- Opportunities to own land
- A desire for adventure
- To spread slavery
- Discovery of gold and silver

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To spread slavery

Front

Which of the following phrases best describes the Great Plains?

• Flatlands that rise gradually from east to west
• Coastal area with rocky beaches
• Lowland area with swamps
• Broad expanse of mountains

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Flatlands that rise gradually from east to west

Front

What is the name given to the belief that the United States had the right and duty to expand across the North American continent?

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Manifest Destiny

Front

Many people went West to try to have better lives. Which group is best known for going west to get a new beginning? Options: Chinese, Irish, Former slaves, Native Americans

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Former slaves

Front

Which of the following expeditions is shown in this picture?

Oregon Trail

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Trail of Tears

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Gold Rush

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Lewis & Clark

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Oregon Trail

Front

What technological advancement made traveling across the country much easier?
Options: Steel Plows, Barbed Wire, Sod Houses, Transcontinental Railroad

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Transcontinental Railroad

Front

What technological innovation marked property lines and kept livestock from wandering? Options: Barbed Wire, The Railroads, Dry Farming, Sod Houses

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Barbed Wire