Westward Expansion and Its Impacts

The video explores the impact of westward expansion in the United States, focusing on diverse groups affected by it. It covers the pioneers seeking better opportunities, the 49ers during the California Gold Rush, the challenges faced by Native American tribes like the Nez Perce, the displacement of Mexicanos, and the Mormons' quest for religious freedom.

What was the belief behind the concept of manifest destiny?

• That the western lands belonged to the U.S.

• That the U.S. should expand eastward

• That the U.S. should form alliances with Europe

• That the U.S. should remain isolated

What was the primary reason pioneers moved west?

• To escape from the government

• To find better opportunities and land

• To join the military

• To explore new cultures

Which trail did pioneers commonly use to travel west?

• The Santa Fe Trail

• The Oregon Trail

• The Appalachian Trail

• The California Trail

Why were the 49ers called by this name?

• They found 49 gold mines

• They rushed to California in 1849

• They traveled in groups of 49

• They were 49 years old

What tool did the 49ers use to search for gold?

• Shovels

• Buckets

• Pans

• Pickaxes

Which Native American tribe was notably affected by westward expansion?

• Cherokee

• Sioux

• Apache

• Nez Perce

What was a significant impact of westward expansion on Native American tribes?

• They were pushed off their lands

• They gained new lands

• They formed alliances with settlers

• They were unaffected

Who were the Mexicanos in the context of westward expansion?

• A group of gold miners

• Spanish-speaking people living in the west

• A Native American tribe

• A religious sect

What was the main reason the Mormons moved west?

• To establish a new government

• To escape persecution

• To trade with Native Americans

• To find gold

What symbol could represent the Mormons' quest for religious freedom?

• A sombrero

• A wagon

• A cross

• A gold pan