SG 5

Question 1

The belief that the US was destined, or meant, to extend from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Settlers moved west in an attempt to trade, gain access to free land, and convert to Native Americans. Groups faced numerous challenges along the way including disease, geographic barriers, weather, lack of supplies, conflicts with Native Americans, etc.

Answer 1

Manifest Destiny

Question 2

Fur trappers of the Northwest

Answer 2

Mountain Men

Question 3

Founded by Joseph Smith was a religious group based on the religious text Smith created called the Book of Mormon. Mormons were religiously persecuted and their leader, Joseph Smith was killed by an angry mob. Mormons fled persecution in the East and settled in the Valley of the Great Salt Lake in Utah.

Answer 3

Mormons

Question 4

To many settlers, Oregon held out the promise of fertile, available farmland and greater freedom. But first, they had to pack their belongings and set off on the very long and difficult trip.

Answer 4

Oregon Trail

Question 5

First major highway to the West, mainly a trade route but saw its share of emigrants, especially during the California Gold Rush. This trail also became an important route for stagecoach travel.

Answer 5

Santa Fe Trail