The Oregon Trail

How many miles was the Oregon Trail?

• 1000

• 225

• 2170

• 3012

Approximately how many people traveled the Oregon Trail?

• 300,000-500,000

• 100,000-300,000

• 900,000-1,000,000

• 50,000-100,000

Why did people want to travel west?

• To become fur traders

• To mine gold

• To buy inexpensive farmland

• Because there were good schools

Where did the Oregon Trail begin?

• Oregon City, OR

• Boise, ID

• Evansville, IN

• Independence, MO

Which landmark signified the beginning of mountainous terrain for Oregon Trail travelers?

• Chimney Rock

• Independence Rock

• Fort Boise

• Washington Monument

The final destination on the Oregon Trail was ______ ____, Oregon.

What were the main geographic challenges on the Oregon Trail?

• Oceans, Mountains, Landslides

• Mountains, Rivers, Oceans

• Mountains, Rivers, Deserts

• Lakes, Deserts, Forests

Which was the PRIMARY cause of disease on the Oregon Trail?

• lack of medicine

• contaminated water

• rotten food

• weather conditions

Why was the Oregon Trail Important?

• It inspired a video game

• Economic Impacts

• Increased settlement

• Cultural Exchanges

The Oregon Trail is a symbol of the ________ Spirit.