The American expansion into the west of North America in the 1840's

    1.Explain and describe the American espansion into the west of North America in the 1840's. What were tthe important factors driving them? What were their interaction with the people already living there? In your aswer explain the idea of "Manifest Destiny". 2. Describe and explain the institution of slavery in the South of America from 1800 to 1860. How were the slaves obtained? How and where did they live? What was the difference between Field and House slaves?