Land Expansion Quiz

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History
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6th Grade
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Isobel R
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain how the concept of Manifest Destiny influenced the westward expansion of the United States.
It encouraged the belief that the U.S. was destined to expand across the continent.
It discouraged expansion due to the fear of conflicts with Native Americans.
It promoted the idea of remaining within the original 13 colonies.
It led to the U.S. seeking alliances with European countries.
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Analyze the impact of the Louisiana Purchase on the size and economy of the United States.
It doubled the size of the U.S. and provided vast resources for economic growth.
It had little impact on the size but significantly boosted the economy.
It reduced the size of the U.S. but increased economic opportunities.
It led to economic decline due to the cost of the purchase.
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Evaluate the significance of the Florida Cession in the context of U.S. territorial expansion.
It was insignificant and did not contribute to U.S. expansion.
It marked the first major acquisition of land from a European power.
It resolved territorial disputes with Spain and expanded U.S. territory.
It led to the U.S. losing territory to Spain.
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Discuss the consequences of the Mexican Cession on the relationship between the United States and Mexico.
It strengthened the relationship between the two countries.
It led to long-term tensions and conflicts over the newly acquired territories.
It had no significant impact on their relationship.
It resulted in Mexico gaining more territory from the U.S.
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Analyze the terms of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo and its effects on the territorial boundaries of the United States.
It returned all conquered territories to Mexico.
It ceded a large portion of Mexico's northern territories to the U.S.
It established a neutral zone between the U.S. and Mexico.
It had no effect on the territorial boundaries.
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Evaluate the strategic importance of the Alaska Purchase for the United States.
It was considered a waste of money with no strategic value.
It provided the U.S. with valuable natural resources and a strategic location.
It led to immediate economic decline.
It had no impact on the U.S. economy or strategy.
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Discuss the causes and outcomes of the Mexican-American War.
It was caused by disputes over the Oregon Territory and resulted in no territorial changes.
It was caused by border disputes and resulted in significant territorial gains for the U.S.
It was caused by trade disagreements and led to the U.S. losing territory.
It was caused by cultural differences and had no significant outcomes.
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
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