Westward Expansion Flashcards
1
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The Homestead Act
A
The law that passed saying anyone could own land by claiming it and taking it by placing their house there.
2
Q
Gold Rush
A
When gold was discovered in America, people decided to go there.
3
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Pony Express
A
The trail in America during the Gold Rush
4
Q
Manifest Destiny
A
Idea of the US government to go West
5
Q
Westward Expansion
A
Term used to describe movement of people West
