War of 1812
What was the final straw/cause of the War of 1812
The British were capturing American soldiers.
Why was the Steam Boat important?
It helped people travel by water a lot faster
Which transportation was most common on the Oregon Trail?
Wagons
What was the name of the land that the American Indians were forced to move on?
Reservations
What is Opportunity Cost?
When you have to give something up in order to gain something, or get something else
What buildings were burned during the War of 1812?
The White House and Capitol Building
Why was the Steam Locomotive important?
It helped people travel and supplies move on land a lot faster.
What was the battle that led to Americans gaining Texas as a state?
Battle of The Alamo
What caused the Battle of Little Bighorn?
After finding gold, the government tried to force American Indians onto reservations but the American Indians refused.
What is it called if you trade something, such as trading gold for a mining pan?
Voluntary Exchange
What did Francis Scott Key see that inspired him to write the "Star Spangled Banner"?
The American flag flying high in the sky!
What did the Cotton Gin do?
Separated seeds from cotton during the cleaning process
What route did pioneers take in hopes of a better life?
The Oregon Trail
What was the Trail of Tears?
A 1,000 mile path American Indians were forced to travel to reach reservations.
Something that helped settlers when traveling
The Louisiana Purchase added land in which direction?
West
What was able to happen because of the Telegraph?
People were able to communicate across the country much faster
What happened to population in California because of the California Gold Rush?
Population increased
Describe the Battle of Little Bighorn
A Battle between U.S. Army and American Indians. The U.S. army tried to force the American Indians to move, but the American Indians came together and fought back. The American Indians won.
Name physical gateways settlers used when traveling.
Great Plains, Rivers, Missouri River
What was Dolly Madison able to save from the White House?
Portrait of George Washington, silver, important documents
Which invention in the 1800s impacted agriculture?
Cotton Gin
What were 2 reasons for Lewis and Clark's expedition?
Discovering plants, Discovering land, Discovering animals, Find a route to the Pacific Ocean
What were at least 2 hardships of the Trail of Tears?
Hunger, disease, weather, frostbite, hypothermia
What is an example of opportunity cost for the settlers and pioneers?
Giving up their family, home, or possessions for a better life, new job opportunity.