The Oregon Trail Quiz

How long was the Oregon Trail?

• 1,000 miles

• 2,000 miles

• 2,500 miles

Approximately how many miles could pioneers travel per day on the Oregon Trail?

• 5 miles

• 15 miles

• 20 miles

What was the main reason many Americans traveled west on the Oregon Trail?

• To explore the natural beauty of the west

• To trade with Native Americans

• To claim rich and open prairies for themselves

What was a common reason why pioneers' wagons became overloaded?

• They brought too many animals with them

• They carried too much food and supplies

• They took too many people in one wagon

What would pioneers often do when they realized their wagons were too heavy?

• They would stop and build a settlement

• They would trade their excess goods with other travelers

• They would throw items out of the wagon onto the side of the trail

What were the Prairie Schooners?

• A group of pioneers traveling together.

• A type of covered wagon used on the Oregon Trail.

• A disease that affected many pioneers.

What was a wagon train?

• A single wagon traveling alone.

• A group of wagons traveling together.

• A train used to transport goods.

Why did people want to travel west on the Oregon Trail?

• To find new employment opportunities

• To visit family members

• To go on a vacation

Why do you think pioneers traveled in wagon trains?

• For protection.

• To have fun with friends.

• Because it was a rule.

What was a major challenge faced by those traveling the Oregon Trail?

• Pirate attacks

• Disease and starvation

• Frequent tornadoes