Topic 5 Lecture (Sections 1 - 4)

Topic 5 Lecture (Sections 1 - 4)

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Social Studies

12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did the concept of Manifest Destiny contribute to the westward expansion of the United States in the 19th century?

Back

It justified the removal of Native American tribes from their lands.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Analyze the primary causes of the Mexican-American War. Which of the following was a significant factor? The U.S. desire to acquire Florida. Disputes over the Oregon Territory. The annexation of Texas by the United States. The U.S. embargo on Mexican goods.

Back

The annexation of Texas by the United States.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Evaluate the economic and social consequences of the California Gold Rush on the United States.

Back

It caused a significant increase in the U.S. population and economic growth.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Discuss the role of President James K. Polk in the expansion of the United States. Which of the following actions is he most associated with? The purchase of Alaska. The Louisiana Purchase. The negotiation of the Oregon Treaty. The signing of the Treaty of Paris.

Back

The negotiation of the Oregon Treaty.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Analyze the key components of the Compromise of 1850 and their impact on the sectional tensions in the United States. Options: It admitted California as a free state and abolished the Fugitive Slave Act., It admitted California as a free state and strengthened the Fugitive Slave Act., It admitted Texas as a free state and abolished the Fugitive Slave Act., It admitted Texas as a free state and strengthened the Fugitive Slave Act.

Back

It admitted California as a free state and strengthened the Fugitive Slave Act.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Evaluate the strategic importance of the annexation of Texas for the United States.

Back

It expanded U.S. territory and resources, contributing to Manifest Destiny.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Discuss the implications of the annexation of California on the political landscape of the United States.

Back

It intensified the debate over the expansion of slavery.

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