1A#6 American West

Benchmark 1-A:

New Mexico Explore and explain how people and events have influenced the development of New Mexico up to the present day.

#6 Standard with Test Specifications:

Explain the impact of New Mexico on the development of the American west up to the present, to include: availability of land (e.g., individual, government, railroad, tribal, etc.); government land grants/treaties; transportation (e.g., wagons, railroads, automobile); identification and use of natural and human resources; population growth and economic patterns; and cultural interactions among indigenous and arriving populations and the resulting changes.

Specifications:

● Examine the terms and impact of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

● Cultural interactions include Acoma and Pueblo Revolts during this period

Sample Question:

With the development of the railroad, tourists and railroad workers needed lodging in the territory. What other business flourished as a result?

A. Museums and libraries opened throughout the territory.

B. Businessmen often offered free food for all tourists.

C. Restaurants were established in many places in the territory. *

D. Roads were built that linked all parts of the state.