Chapter 5 US History
What was the total purchase price?
$15 million - The Louisiana Purchase of 1803: Summary, Facts & Importance
All or part of how many states were created from the Louisiana Purchase?
15 - The Louisiana Purchase of 1803: Summary, Facts & Importance
What year was the cotton gin INVENTED?
1793 - The Cotton Gin: Definition, History & Impact
The prolonged drought and series of dust storms known as the Dust Bowl took place in which decade?
1930s - The Great Plains: Facts & History
Using the cotton gin, how many pounds of lint could be produced daily?
50 - The Cotton Gin: Definition, History & Impact
Which person was the first to settle on the frontier in the mid-19th century?
A middle-aged miner from Virginia - Westward Expansion: The Homestead Act of 1862 & the Frontier Thesis
How did John Quincy Adams's view on expansionism differ from that of most expansionists?
Adams was focused on expanding towards the entire continent, while most expansionists were focused on occupying the lands void of European settlers. - The Oregon Trail: Westward Migration to the Pacific Ocean
Which of the following did Watt have an effect on?
All of the answers are correct. - James Watt: Biography, Inventions & Accomplishments
Tecumseh was killed in the war of 1812. Who was he fighting AGAINST?
America - Shawnee Chief Tecumseh: Biography & Facts
As a result of the great contributions to the world by James Watt, which of the following was named in his honor?
An SI-derived unit of power equal to one joule per second - James Watt: Biography, Inventions & Accomplishments
What caused the Democratic Party to split ahead of the 1848 presidential election?
Anti-slavery Democrats were less than enthused with nominee Cass' pro-slavery beliefs - Election of 1848 and the California Gold Rush
Why did the Mexican-American War of 1846 occur?
Because Mexico never recognized Texas' independence, and disputed its borders even after its annexation into the U.S. - The Mexican-American War, Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo & the Wilmot Proviso
Why was Stephen Douglas relevant to the legacy of Henry Clay in the 1850 Compromise?
Because he championed the act when Clay and other old leaders could not attend. - President Fillmore and the Compromise of 1850
Why was Franklin Pierce selected as the Democratic nominee who eventually won the 1852 presidential election?
Because he was a northern man with southern sympathies and he was a brigadier general in the Mexican-American War. - President Franklin Pierce's Politics and Economics
Why was there so much popular support for expansionism?
Because it offered people a second chance with new opportunities in business and cheap land. - The Oregon Trail: Westward Migration to the Pacific Ocean
Why did many northerners protest against the Fugitive Slave Act?
Because it required them to help catch runaways. - President Fillmore and the Compromise of 1850
Why did American agriculture and farming in the 1860s flourish?
Because the government established colleges dedicated to research agricultural technology. - Westward Expansion: The Homestead Act of 1862 & the Frontier Thesis
Why was California statehood controversial?
Because there was no slave state to add as a pair with it to preserve the balance. - President Fillmore and the Compromise of 1850
What French-born West Point graduate became famous as a mountain man due to the writings of the American novelist Washington Irving?
Benjamin Bonneville - Mountain Men: History & Facts
What animal is native to the Great Plains and was a key source of food for Native Americans?
Bison - The Great Plains: Facts & History
How do the views of William Walker on expansionism compare to those of John O'Sullivan?
Both of them believed in expansionism, but O'Sullivan originally came up with the concept of Manifest Destiny, while Walker used force to try and implement it. - The Oregon Trail: Westward Migration to the Pacific Ocean
Who incited the Native Americans to fight frontier settlers and westward expansion?
British - War of 1812: Causes & Effects
How did the Homestead Act successfully populate the frontier?
By promising people free land if they built a home and grew crops for five years. - Westward Expansion: The Homestead Act of 1862 & the Frontier Thesis
How did the Wilmot Proviso attempt to resonate with Southern Democrats?
By reserving land for white yeoman farmers - The Mexican-American War, Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo & the Wilmot Proviso
Which of the following states is NOT considered to be part of the Great Plains?
California - The Great Plains: Facts & History
What are the major industries of the Great Plains today?
Farming and Ranching - The Great Plains: Facts & History
Eli Whitney received a contract from the American government to manufacture:
Firearms - Eli Whitney: Inventions & Facts
Which country sold Louisiana to the United States?
France - The Louisiana Purchase of 1803: Summary, Facts & Importance
The War of 1812 inspired the writing of The Star Spangled Banner, which was written by:
Francis Scott Key - War of 1812: Causes & Effects
Which of the following countries has NOT had control over Texas?
Great Britain - Manifest Destiny's Texas Annexation Problem
How did the leak of the Ostend Manifesto in 1854 impact President Pierce's policy?
He decided to give up on the annexation of Cuba or potential military action against Spain due to strong public pressure. - President Franklin Pierce's Politics and Economics
How did President Polk initially attempt to resolve the border dispute with Mexico?
He sent a diplomat, John Slidell, to try to negotiate with the Mexican government. - The Mexican-American War, Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo & the Wilmot Proviso
Which of the following is true concerning James Watt's formative years?
His father's work promoted James's interest in mechanics. - James Watt: Biography, Inventions & Accomplishments
What weather events are common across portions of the Great Plains?
Hot Summers and Tornadoes - The Great Plains: Facts & History
All historians agree that Eli Whitney was responsible for coming up with which of the following inventions: I) The cotton gin II) Interchangeable parts III) The milling machine
I - Eli Whitney: Inventions & Facts
When products are mass produced with pieces that can be easily replaced, this is called:
Interchangeable parts - Eli Whitney: Inventions & Facts
Which of the following is true about the use of Watt's improved steam engine?
It could be used in factories and mills. - James Watt: Biography, Inventions & Accomplishments
Which was NOT an effect of the growth of the cotton industry in the South?
It created division between the South and Great Britain. - The Cotton Gin: Definition, History & Impact
Which of the following was NOT an outcome of the California Gold Rush?
It had a direct impact on the U.S. presidential election in 1848 - Election of 1848 and the California Gold Rush
How did the invention of the cotton gin affect slavery?
It led to an increase in slavery. - The Cotton Gin: Definition, History & Impact
How did the death of his son prior to his inauguration impact Frankin Pierce's policies?
It made him completely focused on the territorial and economical expansion of America. - President Franklin Pierce's Politics and Economics
How did the Senate react to the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?
It ratified the treaty, but the Wilmot Proviso never passed both houses. - The Mexican-American War, Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo & the Wilmot Proviso
What did the cotton gin do? (What was its function?)
It separated cotton seeds from cotton fiber. - The Cotton Gin: Definition, History & Impact
Which of the following is FALSE regarding the Oregon Trail?
It started off as a road built by the government. - The Oregon Trail: Westward Migration to the Pacific Ocean
How did California become a state free of slavery in 1850?
Its newly-formed government skipped the territorial stage by declaring California slave free in its constitution - Election of 1848 and the California Gold Rush
Which president asked Congress for war?
James Madison - War of 1812: Causes & Effects
Based on what you've learned in this lesson, which of these people would have most likely supported slavery in the new territory?
John C. Calhoun - The Mexican-American War, Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo & the Wilmot Proviso
Which explorer led five expeditions and later became the first presidential candidate for the Republican Party?
John C. Fremont - Mountain Men: History & Facts
What German immigrant built the largest fur company in North America and amassed a fortune of $20 million?
John Jacob Astor - Mountain Men: History & Facts
What famous mountain man accompanied John C. Fremont who was later popularized in dime novels?
Kit Carson - Mountain Men: History & Facts
Who did Jefferson send to explore the territory he purchased?
Lewis and Clark - The Louisiana Purchase of 1803: Summary, Facts & Importance
Which city did Thomas Jefferson want to buy when he was offered all of Louisiana?
New Orleans - The Louisiana Purchase of 1803: Summary, Facts & Importance
Which of the following is NOT true?
None of the answers are true - War of 1812: Causes & Effects
How was the railroad both an asset and a detriment to the frontier?
Railroads connected the frontier to the East, but it ended the cowboy life and brought controlling corporations. - Westward Expansion: The Homestead Act of 1862 & the Frontier Thesis
Which explorer led two expeditions under the Army Corps of Engineers and traveled over 26,000 miles?
Stephen H. Long - Mountain Men: History & Facts
Which of the following was NOT a contributing factor to the start of the War of 1812?
Territorial fishing rights - War of 1812: Causes & Effects
Which was NOT a part of the Compromise of 1850?
Texas gained land from the eastern part of New Mexico. - President Fillmore and the Compromise of 1850
Waashaa Monetoo was special to the Shawnee. Who was he?
The Great Spirit - Shawnee Chief Tecumseh: Biography & Facts
Which of the following was NOT a result of Mexico's loosened immigration standards in its northeastern region?
The absence of black slaves - Manifest Destiny's Texas Annexation Problem
Which of the following defines Manifest Destiny?
The belief that America should expand across the continent. - The Oregon Trail: Westward Migration to the Pacific Ocean
Which invention used a hand crank to isolate seeds?
The cotton gin - Eli Whitney: Inventions & Facts
Which of the following is FALSE regarding John Sutter's and James Marshall's role in the California Gold Rush?
The federal government seized Sutter's land and all of his gold - Election of 1848 and the California Gold Rush
Which of the following did the Gadsden Purchase of 1853 complete?
The lower 48 - President Franklin Pierce's Politics and Economics
What is most likely the message of this political cartoon?
There are some other inflammatory details in the background depicting the violence in Kansas, which serve to reinforce the main idea. - President Franklin Pierce's Politics and Economics
Why did Whig Party nominee Zachary Taylor resonate well with northern Americans?
They appreciated Taylor's long military service and opposition to sectionalism - Election of 1848 and the California Gold Rush
How did Tyler's view of the annexation of Texas differ from Van Buren's position?
Tyler wanted Texas to be annexed, while Van Buren opposed it - Manifest Destiny's Texas Annexation Problem
Who were the Big Knives?
White American Settlers - Shawnee Chief Tecumseh: Biography & Facts
How did the views of David Wilmot and John Calhoun on slavery differ?
Willmot supported banning all slavery, while Calhoun was for keeping slavery in the US. - President Fillmore and the Compromise of 1850
What college/university did Eli Whitney attend?
Yale - Eli Whitney: Inventions & Facts
The Pan-Indian movement sought to....
create a solid oppositional force against the Big Knives - Shawnee Chief Tecumseh: Biography & Facts
Tyler's attempt to annex Texas during his presidency _____.
failed; the Senate refused to ratify his annexation treaty - Manifest Destiny's Texas Annexation Problem
What was The Prophet's relationship to Tecumseh?
his brother - Shawnee Chief Tecumseh: Biography & Facts
Which of the following was NOT an outcome of the war?
not A shift of political party views - War of 1812: Causes & Effects
Which of the following was NOT an improvement that James Watt made on Newcomen's engine?
not He developed a system of dealing with steam and keeping the motor running. - James Watt: Biography, Inventions & Accomplishments
Which of the following was NOT a reason some Americans opposed annexing Texas?
not It would have potentially lead to war with Mexico - Manifest Destiny's Texas Annexation Problem
How did Frederick Jackson Turner believe the frontier impacted American society?
not The frontier made all Americans want to confront the unknown. - Westward Expansion: The Homestead Act of 1862 & the Frontier Thesis
