Image Source - Indian Removal Act of 1830
Summary in Three
- Manifest Destiny and Territorial Expansion: Understanding how the U.S. expanded its territory in the 1800s is crucial for grasping the concept of Manifest Destiny, the belief that Americans were destined to expand across the continent. This expansion, marked by events such as the Louisiana Purchase, the annexation of Texas, and the Oregon Trail migrations, significantly shaped the geographical and demographic landscape of the nation.
- Impact on Indigenous Peoples and Enslaved Individuals: Examining the role of race during territorial expansion highlights the often violent and discriminatory practices against Indigenous peoples and the implications for enslaved individuals. The forced removal of Native American communities, such as the Trail of Tears, and the extension of slavery into newly acquired territories underscore the racial dimensions of westward expansion, contributing to the deep-seated racial tensions that persisted throughout American history.
- Formation of Racial Hierarchies and National Identity: The territorial expansion of the 1800s played a key role in solidifying racial hierarchies and shaping the nation's identity. The acquisition of new territories brought forth debates over the status of slavery, leading to compromises and conflicts that intensified sectional divisions. Understanding these dynamics is essential for comprehending the roots of racial inequality, sectional tensions, and the broader socio-political landscape that eventually culminated in the Civil War.
1800s-1840s:
Expanding the Territory of the United States
Skill Focus
Multiple Perspectives
Compelling Question
How did race, gender, and class impact the growth of the United States?
Learning Targets/Standards
I can explain the process of expanding the nation and the consequences that resulted from land acquisition. (HS.H1.1/HS.H1.3)
I can analyze how domestic policy impacted different segments of American society. (HS.H1.6)
I can examine and identify how reformists affected change in politics and society. (HS.H4.1)
I can describe the significant changes that occurred in America as it grew both in territory and influence. (HS.SP1.4)
Expanding the Territory of the United States
Skill Focus
Multiple Perspectives
Compelling Question
How did race, gender, and class impact the growth of the United States?
Learning Targets/Standards
I can explain the process of expanding the nation and the consequences that resulted from land acquisition. (HS.H1.1/HS.H1.3)
I can analyze how domestic policy impacted different segments of American society. (HS.H1.6)
I can examine and identify how reformists affected change in politics and society. (HS.H4.1)
I can describe the significant changes that occurred in America as it grew both in territory and influence. (HS.SP1.4)
Essential Lessons
1800s-1840s: Expanding the Territory of the United States
Essential Lessons are content lessons that are required by all students to complete.
Mr. Wince will ask to see your notes throughout the quarter and give feedback and engage in conversations about the content.
Checklist (3 Lessons)
Anticipatory Guide (2 Parts - Before/After)
Overview Videos: Expanding the US
Common Formative: Manifest Destiny DBQ
Mr. Wince will ask to see your notes throughout the quarter and give feedback and engage in conversations about the content.
Checklist (3 Lessons)
Anticipatory Guide (2 Parts - Before/After)
Overview Videos: Expanding the US
Common Formative: Manifest Destiny DBQ
Growing Our Vocabulary
Directions: These words need to be added to your personal glossary with definitions.
These words will be incorporated into your lessons so that you have the context around how these words and concepts are used!
These words will be incorporated into your lessons so that you have the context around how these words and concepts are used!
popular sovereignty
annexation cession |
Manifest Destiny
conquest abolition |
Eastern Encroachment
nationalism assimilation |
Add words that you came across throughout these Essential Lessons that you learned and add them to your glossary.
Going Beyond!
These Lessons can help you better understand different aspects of the concept we are studying.
Select one that will add to your learning about this time period.
These may be articles/videos/podcasts about our topics and there may or may not be specific instructions to do something with them other than read/watch/listen and see how it can add meaning to your understanding.
If the link is directly to a video, article, ect. WITHOUT specific instructions write down 3-5 things you learned about the topic in your Notes.
Select one that will add to your learning about this time period.
These may be articles/videos/podcasts about our topics and there may or may not be specific instructions to do something with them other than read/watch/listen and see how it can add meaning to your understanding.
If the link is directly to a video, article, ect. WITHOUT specific instructions write down 3-5 things you learned about the topic in your Notes.
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Mexican-American War
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Oregon Country
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