Louisiana Purchase
What President purchased this land?
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson wrote a letter to his person asking him to explore the new land.
Meriwether Lewis
Which side was America on when France and Britain are at war?
America was neutral in the beginning
Why did Texas want to leave Mexico?
Because they had a dictator
What President signed the Indian Removal Act into law and caused the Trail of Tears?
President Andrew Jackson
What country did we purchase the land from?
France
What did the President MAINLY ask them to find?
A water route to the Pacific Ocean
What did Great Britain do to upset America?
They captured American ships and forced American sailors to join their navy to stop trade with France.
What caused America and Mexico to go to war?
A border dispute about where America and Texas would draw the border.
What did Missionaries want the Native Americans to do? Hint: 2 things
They wanted them to convert their religion into Christianity and wanted them to become more civilized
How much did we purchase the land for?
15 Million Dollars
What other things were they looking for on the expedition?
Plant specimens, animals, land/maps, and make relationships with Native Americans.
How long did the war last between Britain and America?
Two years, they quit fighting because it was putting both countries in debt.
Why did the Texans lose the Battle of The Alamo?
They were outnumbered by Mexican soldiers
What did the Indian Removal Act do?
It forced Native Americans West of the Mississippi to walk a trail for 1000 miles to Oklahoma
What did the President ask to do with the land in the first place? Hint: he wanted to use Louisiana for something
He wanted to use Louisiana's ports for boats and trading
What role did Sacagawea play on the Expedition?
She translated, found food for the explorers, and helped navigate.
What country tried to burn down the White House?
Great Britain
What was the Texans motto after the battle?
Remember the Alamo!
What did many Native Americans die from on the trip?
hypothermia, dehydration, frostbite, disease
How much larger did it make the USA?
What was their main route of transportation?
The Missouri River
What did Dolly Madison do during the burning of the White House?
She saved a valuable portrait of George Washington from burning
Who led the Texans to victory after the first battle?
What did the Native Americans lack on the Trail of Tears?
Clothing, water, food, medicine, blankets