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Expansionism and Industrialization in 19th Century America Quiz

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Which event marked the beginning of significant territorial expansion in the United States during the 19th century?

Louisiana Purchase

Explanation

Purchase of vast territory from France in 1803.

What was the primary motivation for westward expansion in the 19th century United States?

Manifest Destiny

Explanation

Belief in the inevitability of American expansion.

Which invention significantly increased the efficiency of cotton production in the Southern United States during the 19th century?

Cotton gin

Explanation

Revolutionized cotton processing with mechanical separation of seeds.

Who was the prominent industrialist known for implementing the assembly line production system in the early 20th century?

Henry Ford

Explanation

Introduced mass production techniques for automobiles.

Which 19th-century American president is associated with the policy of 'fifty-four forty or fight' in regards to the Oregon Territory dispute with Britain?

James K. Polk

Explanation

Advocated for the U.S. claim to the Oregon Territory.

What was the main consequence of the completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869?

Increase in communication and transportation

Explanation

Facilitated faster travel and communication across the country.

Which event in the mid-19th century contributed significantly to the rapid industrialization of the United States?

California Gold Rush

Explanation

Prompted mass migration and economic growth in California.

Which legislation in the United States during the 19th century encouraged settlement of western lands by offering 160 acres of land to anyone who would farm it for five years?

Homestead Act

Explanation

Provided land to settlers in the West to encourage migration and farming.

Who coined the term 'manifest destiny'?

John L. O'Sullivan

Explanation

Prominent journalist and proponent of American expansionism.

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Which industry emerged as a major economic force in the late 19th century United States due to advancements in steel production?

Railroad construction

Explanation

Utilized steel for extensive infrastructure development.

#11

What impact did the completion of the Erie Canal in 1825 have on the United States?

Increased trade between the East Coast and the Midwest

Explanation

Facilitated cheaper and faster movement of goods.

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Which economic philosophy dominated much of the industrial expansion in the late 19th century America, emphasizing minimal government intervention and free-market capitalism?

Laissez-faire

Explanation

Advocated for limited government involvement in the economy.

Expansionism and Industrialization in 19th Century America Quiz

Which event marked the beginning of significant territorial expansion in the United States during the 19th century?

What was the primary motivation for westward expansion in the 19th century United States?

Which invention significantly increased the efficiency of cotton production in the Southern United States during the 19th century?

Who was the prominent industrialist known for implementing the assembly line production system in the early 20th century?

Which 19th-century American president is associated with the policy of 'fifty-four forty or fight' in regards to the Oregon Territory dispute with Britain?

What was the main consequence of the completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869?

Which event in the mid-19th century contributed significantly to the rapid industrialization of the United States?

Which legislation in the United States during the 19th century encouraged settlement of western lands by offering 160 acres of land to anyone who would farm it for five years?

Who coined the term 'manifest destiny'?

Which industry emerged as a major economic force in the late 19th century United States due to advancements in steel production?

What impact did the completion of the Erie Canal in 1825 have on the United States?

Which economic philosophy dominated much of the industrial expansion in the late 19th century America, emphasizing minimal government intervention and free-market capitalism?

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