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Westward Expansion

Westward Expansion. Visual Preview Lesson. Westward Expansion 1820-1860. Essential Question:. How did westward expansion change the geography of the nation and demonstrate the determination of its people?. What does it mean to be determined? How do people demonstrate determination?.

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Westward Expansion

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  1. Westward Expansion Visual Preview Lesson

  2. Westward Expansion 1820-1860

  3. Essential Question: • How did westward expansion change the geography of the nation and demonstrate the determination of its people?

  4. What does it mean to be determined?How do people demonstrate determination? • What were some challenges western travelers might face?

  5. Established Western Trails Why do you think most trails began in major cities???

  6. The Oregon Trail • If you were a Mormon living in Nauvoo, Illinois, what route would you have taken to reach Salt Lake City, Utah?

  7. Partner Activity • With your partner, analyze your assigned graphic from page 442 and 443. • Do the people from your graphic demonstrate determination? • Did the people in your graphic alter the geography of the country in any way?

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