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Oregon Territory

Oregon Territory

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Geography, Social Studies

5th - 6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the experience of moving, contrasting modern moves with the historical journey on the Oregon Trail. It details the challenges faced by 19th-century settlers, including the long and dangerous journey, the need for careful planning and preparation, and the emotional and physical hardships encountered. The narrative follows a family as they travel from Independence, Missouri, to the Willamette Valley in Oregon, highlighting the difficulties and hopes of the journey. The video concludes with a reflection on the historical significance of the Oregon Trail and its impact on American expansion.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major difference between moving today and moving 150 years ago?

Moving 150 years ago often meant never seeing old friends again.

People moved more frequently 150 years ago.

Travel was faster 150 years ago.

There were more job opportunities 150 years ago.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the starting point for the journey to the Oregon Territory?

Portland, Oregon

Chicago, Illinois

Independence, Missouri

New York City, New York

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a common mode of transportation on the Oregon Trail?

Steamship

Horseback

Bicycle

Covered wagon

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main challenges faced when crossing rivers on the trail?

Finding shallow crossings

Building bridges

Turning wagons into boats

Using ferries

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What disease was a significant threat to travelers on the Oregon Trail?

Malaria

Cholera

Smallpox

Influenza

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did travelers often do to make water safe to drink?

Add salt

Boil it

Filter it

Use purification tablets

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant landmark where travelers celebrated Independence Day?

Chimney Rock

Independence Rock

Mount Hood

Devil's Tower

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