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Unit V: The Ambiguous Democracy in America: 1800-1848

Question/Problem 5: When, why, and how were new territories added to the United States between 1800 and 1853?

Territories Added:
Student Worksheet

Directions: The United States added many new territories between 1800 and 1853. Gather information which shows when, why, and how new areas were added. Complete the chart shown below. Use your textbook and other available resources. 

	TERRITORIES ADDED TO THE UNITED STATES BETWEEN 1800 AND 1853

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Identify 		When 		Why 		How
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1.  Louisiana



2.  Florida



3.  Texas



4.  Oregon



5.  Mexican       
     Cession


6. Gadsden
   Purchase



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