Mormon History and Persecution

The video explores the history of the Mormon faith, founded by Joseph Smith in the 1820s in New York. It discusses the persecution faced by Mormons, leading to their migration from New York to Ohio, Missouri, and Illinois. The video highlights the conflicts in Missouri, including the issuance of Executive Order 44, which legalized violence against Mormons. After Joseph Smith's death, Brigham Young led the Mormons to Utah, seeking refuge. Despite challenges, the Mormons established a strong community in Utah, which remains predominantly Mormon today.

Who founded the Mormon faith in the early 1820s?

• Brigham Young

• Joseph Smith

• John Taylor

• Wilford Woodruff

What was a unique aspect of the Mormon migration?

• They moved as large groups, like entire towns.

• They moved individually as families.

• They only moved within New York.

• They never left their original settlement.

What was the main reason for the Mormons' persecution in the United States?

• Their unique religious beliefs and practices.

• Their involvement in the Mexican-American War.

• Their refusal to migrate.

• Their alliance with Native Americans.

What was Executive Order 44 in Missouri?

• An order to welcome Mormons into Missouri.

• An order to exterminate and drive Mormons from the state.

• An order to protect Mormons from persecution.

• An order to provide land to Mormons in Missouri.

What was the significance of Jackson County, Missouri, for the Mormons?

• It was where Joseph Smith was born.

• It was where they first settled.

• It was believed to be the place where Jesus would return.

• It was the site of the first Mormon temple.

Who became the leader of the Mormons after Joseph Smith's death?

• Wilford Woodruff

• John Taylor

• Hyrum Smith

• Brigham Young

Why did the Mormons decide to move to Utah?

• To establish a new religion.

• To escape persecution in the United States.

• To find gold and silver.

• To join the Mexican-American War.

What was the original name of the area where the Mormons settled in Utah?

• Zion

• Nauvoo

• Salt Lake City

• Deseret

What was the impact of the discovery of silver and gold in Utah?

• It led to peace and prosperity for the Mormons.

• It caused further persecution of the Mormons.

• It had no impact on the Mormons.

• It resulted in the Mormons leaving Utah.

What is the predominant religion in Utah today?

• Buddhism

• Catholicism

• Mormonism

• Islam