Oregon Trail
Thousands traveled west in the 19th century. This topic is part of U.S. History within History. This page currently draws on 4 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.
Oregon Trail trivia questions
The Oregon Trail carried settlers mainly toward what part of the United States?
Answer: Pacific Northwest
Bonus fact: Thousands traveled west in the 19th century.
The Oregon Trail began near which Missouri city?
Answer: Independence
Bonus fact: Independence became a major outfitting point.
What common vehicle did emigrants use on the Oregon Trail?
Answer: Covered wagon
Bonus fact: Most families used relatively light farm wagons.
The Overland Trail was an alternative to what famous trail?
Answer: Oregon Trail
Bonus fact: It crossed the central plains and Rocky Mountain region.