Impact of U.S. Territorial Expansion

The video discusses the expansion of U.S. territories and the role of slavery in these new areas. It covers the independence of Texas, its annexation by the U.S., and the concept of Manifest Destiny. The Mexican-American War and the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo are explored, highlighting the significant territorial gains for the U.S. and the cultural and demographic shifts that followed.

What was a major issue with American settlers moving into Texas in the 1830s?

• They refused to pay taxes.

• They did not speak Spanish.

• They were not skilled farmers.

• They brought slaves, violating Mexican law.

What was the outcome of the conflict at the Alamo?

• The Mexican government granted Texas independence.

• Santa Ana was captured by American forces.

• The American settlers were defeated by Santa Ana.

• Texas was immediately annexed by the United States.

What ideology justified the westward expansion of the United States?

• Manifest Destiny

• Isolationism

• American Exceptionalism

• Monroe Doctrine

What was a significant result of the Mexican-American War?

• The United States acquired vast territories including California and New Mexico.

• Mexico retained its northern territories.

• The United States lost Texas.

• Mexico gained control of California.

Which treaty ended the Mexican-American War?

• Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• Treaty of Tordesillas

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Versailles

What was the Wilmot Proviso's stance on slavery in new territories?

• It extended the Mason-Dixon line to new territories.

• It banned slavery in new territories.

• It allowed slavery in all new territories.

• It allowed each territory to decide on slavery.

Which language became more prominent in the United States after the acquisition of new territories?

• German

• Spanish

• French

• Italian

What was a cultural impact of the new territories acquired by the United States?

• Growth of Spanish-speaking populations

• Rise of Italian immigration

• Increased French influence

• Decline in indigenous populations

What was the demographic trend in the United States following the acquisition of new territories?

• Decrease in European immigration

• Increase in Spanish-speaking populations

• Increase in French-speaking populations

• Decline in urbanization

What was a political implication of the growing Spanish-speaking population in the United States?

• No impact on political dynamics

• Increased influence in presidential elections

• Shift towards a monarchy

• Decreased influence in elections