"Explore the Wild West!"

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Why did people travel in a wagon train?

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To migrate westward in larger numbers for safety.

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What was the Pony Express?

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The Pony Express was a fast mail service that used horseback riders to deliver messages across the western United States.

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How much did farmland cost in Oregon during the pioneer era?

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$0.00 per acre.

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What was discovered in California by the mid-1800s?

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Gold.

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Who won the Mexican-American War?

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The United States.

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What is a wagon train?

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A group of covered wagons traveling together for safety and support.

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What was the main reason for westward expansion in the 1800s?

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To find new land, resources, and opportunities.

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What role did the Gold Rush play in westward expansion?

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It attracted thousands of people to California in search of wealth.

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What is a pioneer?

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A person who is among the first to explore or settle a new country or area.

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What was the significance of the Oregon Trail?

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It was a major route for settlers moving west to Oregon.