Westward Expansion

Which state was NOT added as part of the Northwest Ordinance?

• Indiana

• Minnesota

• Michigan

• Iowa

• Ohio

Slavery was not allowed at all in the Northwest Territory.

• True

• False

Who was our opponent in the War of 1812?

• France

• Great Britain

• Germany

• Italy

Our opponent in the War of 1812 set fire to what two important buildings in Washington, D.C.? HINT: You will pick TWO!

• The White House

• The Capitol

• The Library of Congress

• The Smithsonian Museum

Which president was responsible for the Louisiana Purchase?

• Washington

• Adams

• Jefferson

• Lincoln

Why were Lewis & Clark sent on an expedition into the Louisiana Territory?

• To learn about native plants, animals, and people in the new territory.

• To claim lands for the United States.

• To push natives off their land.

• To see how long it took to get to the Pacific Ocean.

How long did it take Lewis & Clark to reach the Pacific Ocean?

• about 5 years

• about 2 months

• about a year and a half

• about 2 weeks

What did Sacagawea do that made her an important part of the Corps of Discovery?

• She translated and negotiated with Native tribes.

• She was able to cook their food.

• She showed them how to trap beaver.

What was NOT a reason that pioneers moved west?

• gold

• religion

• land

• spices

What phrase was created in 1845 to describe the rapid growth of the newly formed United States?

• Gold Rush

• Manifest Destiny

• Global Trade

• No Taxation Without Representation