Westward Movement

What happened to the beaver population in the Northeast?

• The beaver population increased due to the introduction of new species.

• The beaver population was unaffected by the fur trade.

• The fur trade became so large the beaver population was almost wiped out.

• The beaver population was relocated to other parts of the country.

After the beaver population declined in the Northwest, what did mountain men do to make money?

• Some mountain men moved to the Midwest to find work in the lumber industry.

• Some mountain men started farming, while others became guides.

• Some mountain men became trappers and hunted for fur-bearing animals.

• Some mountain men turned to gold mining to make a living.

What modern day states made up Oregon Country?

• Oregon, Washington, and Idaho

• California, Nevada, and Arizona

• Montana, Wyoming, and Colorado

• Alaska, Hawaii, and Utah

Why did people travel on the Oregon Trail?

• For a better economic opportunity.

• To explore the new land and find gold.

• For religious freedom.

• To seek adventure and a new life.

How did Manifest Destiny lead to people moving west?

• Americans believed they were supposed to settle the west.

• Manifest Destiny led to increased trade between the east and west coasts.

• The number of immigrants increased.

• Native American were displaced and left lots of empty land to buy.

How were the Santa Fe & Oregon Trails different?

• The Oregon Trail cost money to travel on.

• The Santa Fe trail led to Mexican owned territory.

• The Santa Fe Trail was longer than the Oregon Trail.

• The Oregon Trail was used for trading, while the Santa Fe Trail was used for exploration.

Why did Mormons go west?

• To find gold and other riches.

• To spread their religious beliefs.

• To look for better jobs in Mexico.

• To escape religious persecution.