Explore the Wild West HMH - Module 4 - Week 1

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What types of plants did Lewis and Clark collect during their expedition?

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Medicinal plants and those useful for food.

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What impact did the Oregon Trail have on westward expansion in the United States?

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It facilitated the migration of thousands of settlers to the West, contributing to the expansion of the United States.

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What does it mean if something 'consisted' of certain items?

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It was made up of those things.

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What were some challenges faced by pioneers traveling the Oregon Trail?

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Harsh weather, difficult terrain, disease, and limited supplies.

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What role did water sources play in the journey along the Oregon Trail?

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They were critical for drinking, cooking, and watering livestock, and their availability influenced travel routes.

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Who were the pioneers?

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Pioneers were early settlers who moved westward to explore and settle new lands.

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What was the Oregon Trail?

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The Oregon Trail was a historic east-to-west route used by settlers traveling to the western United States.

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What were some reasons settlers moved west?

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Settlers moved west for land, opportunity, and a better life.

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What is a primary source?

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A primary source is an original document or artifact created during the time being studied.

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What is a secondary source?

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A secondary source is a work that interprets or analyzes primary sources.