Writing Product - Free Response Question Essay

Directions

Write Free Response Question Essay (in pen on lined paper only) to one (1) of the prompts below.
Formulate (create) an argument using one (1) of the prompts below.
You must only use the information from the Manifest Destiny webquest as evidence.
Outside sources will be only allowed if cited in MLA format with a works cited page (can be typed).
Write the prompt on the top of your page before writing the essay.
You must use ALL the vocabulary listed on the Process page in your essay

Please choose one of the following: (Make sure you write this prompt on top of the essay.

How did the United States justify and achieve Manifest Destiny?
What were the positive and negative effects of the Transcontinental Railroad, and the fulfillment of Manifest Destiny?
How did the land rushes of the 1890’s affect white settlers and Native Americans, and the fulfillment of Manifest Destiny?
What role did the Alamo play in the Texas Revolution, and on fulfillment of Manifest Destiny?
What was the impact of the Silver and Gold Rush on Manifest Destiny?
What significance did the development of roads and canals have on the growth of specific regions of the United States and the fulfillment of Manifest Destiny?
How did the acquisition of territory, by various means (payment, war, treaty) fulfill the concept of Manifest Destiny?
Which groups benefited, and which groups were disadvantaged by the fulfillment of Manifest Destiny?
What role did slavery play in the fulfillment of Manifest Destiny?