Lesson 17 Study Set Flashcards
What does Manifest destiny lead to?
It led to the removal of the Native Americans, the expansion of slavery, and the civil war.
How did the US acquire land in this lesson?
The U.S. acquired land from the Louisiana Purchase and through the Mexican cession.
Why did Napoleon sell the Louisiana Territory?
Napoleon sold Louisiana because he needed the money to fund wars in Europe and because the French sugar farms were taken over by the former and active slaves so Napoleon had no reason to have any territory in that region.
What geographical feature borders east of the Louisiana Purchase?
East of Louisiana was the Mississippi river which was a major stream to send supplies to sell in the port of New Orleans.
What impact did the La. Purchase in the U.S.?
The Louisiana Purchase had a big impact on the U.S. because it almost doubled the size of the U.S. and gained one of the biggest ports, New Orleans.
Did some northerners not want to annex Texas? If so, why?
The northerners did not want another slave state to the union.
Who is Stephen F. Austin? What is he known for?
Stephen F. Austin is known as “Father of Texas” because he founded the Republic of Texas. He also was a key leader of the state’s independent movement.
Why would the Tejanos be against the Americans colonizing Texas?
The Tejanos were worried about losing their cultural identity, land rights, and political power.
What was President Polk’s position on expansion?
President Polk was a strong advocate for territorial expansion like the Oregon territory and california.
What was Mexico’s position on slavery?
Mexico outlawed slavery.
What is significant about the treaty of Guadelupe Hidalgo?
The treaty of Guadelupe Hidalgo was important because it ended the Mexican American war and Mexico roughly lost half of their territory.
What is the significance of the Gadsden Purchase?
The Gadsden Purchase was important because it provided necessary land to run a railroad.
Map questions: Be able to label on a map each expansion area and their dates.
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