Westward Expansion and the Plains Indians

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Nomadic

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Moving from place to place

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Which animal was central to the Plains Indians' way of life?

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Bison

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What is a Teepee?

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A cone-shaped tent

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What was the purpose of the Sun Dance?

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To honor the Great Spirit and seek blessings

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Agriculture

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The practice of farming

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What was the significance of the Transcontinental Railroad?

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It connected the eastern and western United States

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Which company started building the Transcontinental Railroad from Sacramento, California?

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Central Pacific Railroad Company

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What challenges did the Sierra Nevada Mountains pose to the Central Pacific Railroad?

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Difficult terrain and harsh weather

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Who were the Chinese Laborers in the context of the Transcontinental Railroad?

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Workers who played a crucial role in its construction

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What was the Great Plains?

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A vast region of flat land