The History of Oregon Country

Which regions broadly make up the Pacific Northwest?

• Alaska, Yukon, Alberta, and Saskatchewan

• Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and British Columbia

• Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico

• California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona

What was a major consequence of the Louisiana Purchase?

• It resulted in the U.S. gaining control of Florida.

• It led to the annexation of Texas.

• It caused tensions between the U.S. and Spain.

• It increased tensions between the U.S. and Great Britain.

What was the significance of the Anglo-American Convention of 1818?

• It led to the annexation of Texas.

• It established joint control of Oregon Country.

• It ended the War of 1812.

• It resolved disputes over the Mississippi River.

Which European powers had early claims to the Oregon Country?

• Spain, Russia, and France

• Germany, Italy, and Portugal

• Netherlands, Belgium, and Denmark

• Sweden, Norway, and Finland

Which company was responsible for enforcing British laws in Oregon Country during the 1820s?

• North West Company

• American Fur Trading Company

• Hudson Bay Company

• East India Company

What was the slogan used by American expansionists in the mid-1840s?

• Remember the Alamo!

• Go West, Young Man!

• 54-40 or fight!

• Manifest Destiny!

What was the primary goal of the Sinclair Expedition in 1841?

• To establish a new trade route to Asia

• To settle the area around Fort Vancouver

• To negotiate with indigenous tribes

• To explore the Mississippi River

What was the outcome of the Oregon Treaty of 1846?

• The U.S. gained control of all of Canada.

• The border was set at the 49th parallel.

• The U.S. annexed Texas.

• The British retained control of the entire Oregon Country.

Which major cities are part of the Pacific Northwest today?

• Chicago, Detroit, and Cleveland

• New York, Boston, and Philadelphia

• Seattle, Vancouver, and Portland

• Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego

What shared regional identity is found in the Pacific Northwest?

• Cascadia

• New England

• The Great Plains

• The Deep South