Exploring the Oregon Trail

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Starting point of the Oregon Trail

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Missouri

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Main destination of Oregon Trail travelers

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Valley, Oregon

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Common mode of transportation on the trail

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wagon

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Approximate length of the Oregon Trail

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miles

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Reason pioneers traveled the Oregon Trail

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for land and opportunity

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Challenges faced by travelers

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weather, rough terrain

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Role of Native Americans along the trail

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guidance, traded, sometimes conflict

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Impact of the Oregon Trail on westward expansion

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settle the American West

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Planning supplies for the journey

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food, tools, spare wagon parts

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Deciding when to start the journey

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weather risks and food availability