Chapter 13 History

What was the main goal of the mountain men in the West? (p.393)

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• What is A trading arrangement where trappers met traders to exchange furs for supplies called?

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3.Why did the fur trade die out in 1840? (p.394)

• The fur trade ended because of a lack of transportation.
• The fur trade was replaced by the oil industry in 1840.
• The fur trade declined due to government regulations.
• • Silk hats replaced beaver hats as the fashion.

• The fur trade thrived due to increased demand for furs.

4.Why was South Pass important? (p.394)

• • It was low, wide, and less steep, making it easier for wagons to travel through.

• South Pass was known for its abundant gold mines and resources.
• South Pass served as a military base during the Civil War.
• South Pass was a major trading hub for Native American tribes.

5.What did land speculators hope to gain? (p.394)

• They sought to develop urban infrastructure.
• • To buy land and sell it later at a higher value.

• They aimed to acquire land for farming purposes.
• They intended to create national parks and reserves.

6.What did William Becknell open? (p.395)

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• A trail from Independence, Missouri, to the Oregon Territory was called what?

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8.What hardships did the Sager family face on the Oregon Trail? (p.397)

• starvation

• illness

• eviction

• injury

• death of parents

9.Why did pioneers join wagon trains? (p.396)

• To find new sources of food.
• To travel faster across the plains.
• To escape from local conflicts.
• • Their survival depended on cooperation.

10.Why did Brigham Young lead the Mormons to Utah? (p.397)

• To escape political conflicts and find a new government system.
• To unite with other religious groups in a shared community.
• To escape religious persecution

• To seek economic opportunities and establish new trade routes.
• • So they could follow their faith in peace.