Louisiana Purchase + Lewis and Clark
Who was the President that made the Louisiana Purchase?
Thomas Jefferson
What was Manifest Destiny?
The belief that our country was destined by God to expand from coast to coast
What was the name of the Act that allowed the U.S. to remove Native Americans from their land?
The Indian Removal Act
What is the world's largest mammal?
The blue whale
What country did the United States purchase the Louisiana Territory from?
France
What was the main difference between the Oregon and Santa Fe Trails?
The Oregon Trail = families moving West; Santa Fe Trail = traders and merchants
Who was the President that signed the Indian Removal Act?
Andrew Jackson
What album won Album of the Year at the Grammys?
Beyonce, Cowboy Carter
What were the 3 main goals of the Corps of Discovery?
1. Explore the Louisiana Territory
2. Find a water route through the country (Northwest Passage)
3. Establish friendly relations with the Natives
What was the nickname given to people rushing to California during the Gold Rush?
49ers
How did Andrew Jackson view Native Americans? What did he call them?
He viewed them as less than Americans, and called them "savages".
What mountain range is Mt. Everest a part of?
The Himalayas
How much did the Louisiana Territory cost, and how much was it per acre?
$15 million total / 3 cents an acre
What was the phrase that was used to encourage the U.S. to continue fighting for Texas against Mexico?
What present day state were Native Americans relocated to through the Trail of Tears?
Present day Oklahoma
How many Super Bowls did Tom Brady win?
7
How long were Lewis and Clark gone for while exploring the Louisiana Territory?
Over 2 years, or 28 months
What year was gold discovered in California?
1848
Where were some Native Americans forced to wait before being forced to travel West?
"Stockades", almost like a temporary prison
Who currently plays Captain America in the MCU?
Anthony Mackie