Unit 7--Westward Expansion (Manifest Destiny)

Question 1

What was the term used to describe the belief that the expansion of the United States across the American continents was both justified and inevitable?

Answer 1

Manifest Destiny

Question 2

True or False: Manifest Destiny was primarily driven by the desire for economic opportunities and the belief in American cultural superiority.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The acquisition of _______ in 1848 was a significant event that resulted from the Mexican-American War and fulfilled the goals of Manifest Destiny.

Answer 3

California

Question 4

Which president is most closely associated with the concept of Manifest Destiny and the expansionist policies of the 1840s?

Answer 4

James K. Polk

Question 5

Multiple Choice: Which territory was NOT acquired as a result of Manifest Destiny?
A) Oregon
B) Texas
C) Florida
D) Alaska

Answer 5

D) Alaska