Vocabulary :Diverse People of the West

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Which term refers to a person who moved to California during the Gold Rush in search of gold?

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Forty-niner

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Role of a "Missionary" in early American history.

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To spread religious beliefs and convert indigenous people

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Evaluate the significance of the term "Transcontinental" in American history. What does it specifically refer to?

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A railroad that connected the eastern and western United States

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Which term best describes a large land grant given to settlers in California by the Mexican government?

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Rancho

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Nez Perce

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A Native American tribe in the Pacific Northwest

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Which term refers to a person who is among the first to explore or settle a new area?

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Pioneer

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Californio

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A Spanish-speaking resident of California

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Which term is used to describe a person who moves from one country to another to live permanently?

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Immigrant

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Evaluate the term "Mormon." What is the most accurate description of this term in the context of American history?

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A member of a religious group founded by Joseph Smith

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Which term refers to a legal right to own a piece of land?

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Claim

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