Westward Expansion and the Oregon Trail

Westward Expansion and the Oregon Trail

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Geography, Social Studies

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

FREE Resource

The video explores the westward expansion of the United States, focusing on the Oregon Country. It discusses the impact of Lewis and Clark's expedition, the role of fur traders like John Jacob Astor, and the development of trails by mountain men. The video also covers the territorial disputes between the U.S. and Great Britain, leading to the Oregon Treaty. It highlights the significance of trails in shaping settlements and concludes with a recap of the expansion's impact on American culture and economy.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were some of the motivations for Americans moving westward to Oregon?

To find a water route to the Atlantic Ocean

To escape the cold climate

To establish new trade routes with Asia

To seek new opportunities and freedom

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of Lewis and Clark's expedition?

To map the Rocky Mountains

To discover gold in California

To find a water route to the Pacific Ocean

To establish trade with Native Americans

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was John Jacob Astor and what was his contribution to westward expansion?

A scientist who studied the wildlife of the Rockies

A politician who negotiated the Louisiana Purchase

A fur trader who established the American Fur Company

A military leader who fought in the War of 1812

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of the 49th parallel in the context of the Oregon territory?

It was the route taken by the Oregon Trail

It was the line of latitude agreed upon as the border between U.S. and British territories

It was the boundary between Mexico and the United States

It marked the southern border of the United States

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the slogan '54-40 or fight' referring to?

The demand for the U.S. to control territory up to the 54th parallel

The number of states in the Union

The year the Oregon Treaty was signed

The number of trails leading to Oregon

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which trail was used by the Mormons to escape religious persecution?

The Mormon Trail

The Oregon Trail

The California Trail

The Santa Fe Trail

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a common reason for people to travel westward on trails like the Oregon Trail?

To find new hunting grounds

To escape the Civil War

To seek a better life and new opportunities

To establish new colonies for European countries

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