westward
expansion of
a growing
population
?
conflict between
territories over
boundaries
Compromise
of 1850
Which phrase BEST completes this diagram?
A. conflict between open-range ranchers and farmers
B. conflict between American Indians and settlers over land
C. conflict between Northern abolitionists and pro-slavery factions in Congress
D. conflict between railroad companies over construction of the transcontinental railroad
1 answer
The phrase that BEST completes the diagram in the context of westward expansion, conflict over boundaries, and the Compromise of 1850 is:
B. conflict between American Indians and settlers over land
This choice directly relates to the issues arising from westward expansion, as settlers moving into new territories often came into conflict with Native American populations over land use and ownership.
