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In History / Middle School | 2014-04-16

During the 1840s, Americans used the idea of manifest destiny to justify what?

1. Expansion of women's rights
2. Acquiring of new territory
3. Beginning of free public education
4. Repeal of the Missouri Compromise

Also, what is manifest destiny?

Asked by Mooseman29

Answer (3)

2 - was the idea that americans (not the europeans) were made to civilize the American territory (south part). That ideia was created by God, i mean, the destiny of america was chosen by god.

Answered by alteromonique | 2024-06-10

Both government and individual felt nothing should stop the all-powerful drive to expand the size of the country.

Answered by Aewright8383 | 2024-06-14

The correct answer is 2. Acquiring of new territory. Manifest destiny was the belief that Americans were destined to expand across the continent, leading to significant territorial acquisitions during the 1840s, including Texas and California.
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Answered by Aewright8383 | 2024-12-20