Utah Statehood and Governance

The video tutorial covers the history of Utah's journey to statehood. Initially, Utah applied for statehood in 1850 but was denied and became a territory instead. The video explains what a territory is and the differences between living in a territory and a state. It discusses the governance issues Utah faced, including the appointment of officials by the president, which led to tensions. The conflict peaked when President Buchanan sent Alfred Cummings with troops to replace Brigham Young as governor. Finally, Utah achieved statehood on July 4, 1896, under President Cleveland.

In what year did Utah first apply to become a state?

• 1896

• 1861

• 1850

• 1849

What is a territory in the context of the United States?

• An independent country

• A city with special status

• Land with specific boundaries

• A state with full rights

How are officials chosen in a territory compared to a state?

• Officials are appointed by the president in a territory

• Officials are chosen by a lottery in a territory

• Officials are elected by the people in both

• Officials are appointed by the governor in a state

Who was appointed as the first territorial governor of Utah?

• Millard Fillmore

• Alfred Cummings

• James Buchanan

• Brigham Young

What action did President Buchanan take against the Mormons in Utah?

• He declared Utah a state

• He signed a peace treaty

• He sent Alfred Cummings with troops

• He appointed Brigham Young as governor

What was the outcome of the conflict between the Mormons and the troops?

• A battle ensued

• The troops retreated immediately

• The Mormons surrendered

• A truce was made before any battle

On what date did Utah finally become a state?

• December 25, 1900

• July 4, 1896

• January 1, 1890

• July 4, 1850

What was the main reason for the delay in Utah's statehood?

• Economic instability

• Lack of population

• Political tensions and conflicts

• Geographical challenges

Who was the U.S. President when Utah became a state?

• Millard Fillmore

• Grover Cleveland

• James Buchanan

• Abraham Lincoln

What was the significance of Utah's statehood proclamation?

• It led to the discovery of gold

• It placed Utah on equal footing with other states

• It marked the end of the Civil War

• It started a new conflict