Pacific Coast

Westward Expansion: This refers to the 19th-century movement of settlers into the American West, beginning with the Louisiana Purchase and spurred by the Gold Rush, Homestead Act and Transcontinental Railroad.

Manifest Destiny: A widely held cultural belief in the 19th-century United States that American settlers were destined to expand across North America. It's like believing you're meant to complete that entire puzzle - no piece can be left out!

Coastal Trade: Refers to trade along Atlantic and Pacific coasts. Like swapping puzzle pieces with your friends who are working on other sections.