CKLA Domain 7 Knowledge Part 2

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What was the Trail of Tears?

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The Trail of Tears was the forced march of the Cherokee people from their homes to Indian Territory by the U.S. government.

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Why did many pioneer families move west?

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Many pioneer families moved west for a better life, seeking new opportunities and land.

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Who was Sequoyah?

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Sequoyah was a Cherokee leader who created a written form of the Cherokee language.

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What was the Erie Canal used for?

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The Erie Canal was used for boats to travel and transport goods, but it did not lead to the Pacific Ocean.

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Is the Pony Express still used today?

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No, the Pony Express is not used today; it was a mail service that operated in the 1860s.

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What does 'Indian Territory' refer to?

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Indian Territory refers to land set aside by the U.S. government for Native American tribes.

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What is a pioneer?

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

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What does it mean to 'capture a language in writing'?

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To capture a language in writing means to create a written system that represents the sounds and words of that language.

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What was the purpose of the Pony Express?

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The purpose of the Pony Express was to deliver mail quickly across the United States.

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What is a forced march?

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A forced march is when a group of people is made to walk a long distance against their will.