People and Presidents
Which explorer(s) helped Americans travel west and learn about the Louisiana Territory?
Lewis and Clark
What was the Oregon Trail?
A long route settlers used to travel west to Oregon.
Which four countries originally claimed the Oregon Territory?
The United States, Great Britain, Russia and Spain
Which country controlled Texas before it became independent?
Mexico
What was the main result of Manifest Destiny?
The United States expanded west to the Pacific Ocean.
Which president strongly supported westward expansion and Manifest Destiny?
James K. Polk
About how long was the Oregon Trail?
About how long was the Oregon Trail?
About 2,000 miles.
What slogan did Americans use to demand all of Oregon?
“54°40′ or Fight!”
Which U.S. president supported the annexation of Texas?
James K. Polk
What did many Americans believe God wanted them to do during Manifest Destiny?
Spread American culture, democracy, and religion westward.
Which U.S. president was known for his role in the Texas Revolution and westward expansion, was hard on Native Americans and started the Trail of Tears?
Where did most travelers begin the Oregon Trail?
Independence, Missouri.
What year was the Oregon Treaty signed?
1846
What famous battle involved Texan defenders being defeated by Mexican forces?
Battle of the Alamo
Which newspaper editor popularized the term Manifest Destiny in 1845?
John L. O’Sullivan
Which frontiersman became famous for defending the Alamo?
Davy Crockett
Name one danger settlers faced on the Oregon Trail.
Disease, accidents, harsh weather, or food shortages.
What modern U.S. states came from the Oregon Territory? (Name two)
Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and parts of Montana and Wyoming.
Who was the leader of Texas during the Texas Revolution?
Sam Houston
In the Manifest Destiny Painting, what is the name of the woman in the white dress?
Columbia
Which woman guided Lewis and Clark and helped them communicate with Native Americans?
Sacagawea
Which river did many travelers follow along the Oregon Trail?
The Platte River.
Which treaty divided the Oregon Territory between the U.S. and Britain?
Oregon Treaty
Which Mexican general led the Mexican army during the Texas Revolution?
Antonio López de Santa Anna (SANTA)
Which Native American tribes were greatly affected by westward expansion? (Name two)
Cherokee, Creek, Seminole, Choctaw, and Chickasaw.