Oregon+Trail+Worksheet

The Oregon Trail Worksheet 1.a. Why was the Oregon Trail important? b. In general, how did Native Americans treat the emigrants along the way?

c. What were the real problems the settlers faced?

d. What happened in 1843?

e. Why did people stop using the Oregon Trail?

2. Clark was wrong about something. What was it?

3. a. What was the most popular "jumping off" place?

b. What food supplies did the settlers bring?

c. What kind of wagons did they use?

d. What are three things that happened when they started their journey?

4. . What were the advantages __and__ disadvantages of using oxen?

5. List 5 hardships

6. Check out - list 2 facts from: Fantastic Facts About the Oregon Trail