The Oregon Trail: A Journey West
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Social Studies
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8th Grade
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Hard
Elizabeth Templeton
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5 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary purpose of the Oregon Trail?
To travel west in the 1800s
To trade goods with merchants
To explore new territories
To escape bad weather
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did pioneers use to travel on the Oregon Trail?
Covered wagons pulled by oxen or horses
Carriages pulled by donkeys
Trains powered by steam engines
Boats along the river
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a common challenge faced by pioneers on the Oregon Trail?
Bad weather and broken wagons
Lack of water and food
Attacks by wild animals
Getting lost in the mountains
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why were wagons circled at night during the journey?
To protect animals and people
To store supplies safely
To mark the campsite
To keep the wagons clean
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was one reason smaller wagons were preferred for the journey?
They were easier to handle
They could carry more supplies
They were faster
They were safer
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