The Great Journey Westward
Questions:
5
Grade:
5
Words:
59
Long ago, America decided to expand westward. They believed in 'Manifest Destiny,' a term meaning it was their right and duty. It was a thrilling but challenging journey. Many brave people, like Lewis and Clark, led the way. However, the expansion affected Native Americans, changing their lives forever. Today, we remember this period as important in shaping America.
Question 1
What does the term 'Manifest Destiny' mean?
A
A religious belief
B
An economic theory
C
A political strategy
D
The right and duty to expand
Explanation. Manifest Destiny was a belief that it was America's right and duty to expand westward.
E
A type of government
Question 2
Who were important figures in American westward expansion?
A
Abraham Lincoln and George Washington
B
Christopher Columbus and Ferdinand Magellan
C
Lewis and Clark
Explanation. Lewis and Clark were key explorers who led the way in America's westward expansion.
D
Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin
E
James Madison and John Adams
Question 3
What was the impact of American westward expansion on Native Americans?
A
It improved their economic status
B
It led to cultural exchange
C
It changed their lives forever
Explanation. The expansion affected Native Americans greatly, changing their lives forever.
D
It had no impact
E
It increased their population
Question 4
Why do we remember the period of American westward expansion?
A
Because it led to the Civil War
B
Because it introduced new technologies
C
Because it was important in shaping America
Explanation. This period is remembered because it played a significant role in shaping America as we know it today.
D
Because it led to the industrial revolution
E
Because it introduced new species of animals
Question 5
Was the journey westward easy or challenging?
A
Easy
B
Moderately challenging
C
Neither easy nor challenging
D
Challenging
Explanation. The text describes the westward journey as thrilling but challenging, indicating it was not an easy process.
E
It was not a journey
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