Life On The Oregon Trail

The video explores the realities of life on the Oregon Trail, a 2170-mile journey from Missouri to Oregon. It discusses the motivations for the journey, such as the Homestead Act and the promise of land, as well as the numerous challenges faced, including disease, harsh conditions, and the need to pack light. The video also covers interactions with Native Americans, the logistics of travel, and the mental health struggles of pioneers. Despite the dangers, the Oregon Trail became a popular route, leaving a lasting cultural legacy.

What was one of the main reasons people decided to travel the Oregon Trail?

• To escape the cold winters of the East Coast

• To find new job opportunities in the cities

• To claim land and start a new life

• To visit family in the West

What was a major cause of death on the Oregon Trail?

• Animal attacks

• Diseases like cholera and smallpox

• Starvation due to lack of food

• Drowning in the rivers

What was a common issue pioneers faced with their wagons?

• They were too small to carry enough supplies

• They often broke down and had to be abandoned

• They were not waterproof

• They were too fast for the oxen

How did pioneers often deal with broken supplies on the trail?

• They traded them with Native Americans

• They left them on the side of the road

• They repaired them at the next town

• They stored them for later use

What was a common misconception about Native Americans during the Oregon Trail journey?

• They lived in large cities

• They had no interest in the pioneers' goods

• They often traded with pioneers

• They were always hostile to pioneers

What was a significant risk of traveling the Oregon Trail at the wrong time of year?

• Running out of water

• Encountering wild animals

• Facing extreme weather conditions

• Getting lost in the desert

How did pioneers often pass the time during their journey?

• Listening to music

• Reading books

• Doodling and carving on rocks

• Playing card games