Multiple Choice
How did fur trading during the 1800s affect Oregon’s history?
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Responses
Both the Nez Perce and Spanish competed for control, which caused conflicts.
Both the Nez Perce and Spanish competed for control, which caused conflicts.
Both the British and Americans wanted control.
Both the British and Americans wanted control.
The Spanish and Canadians both wanted control of the fur trading business.
The Spanish and Canadians both wanted control of the fur trading business.
The Americans and Spanish competed for control.
Both the British and Americans wanted control.
Which of the following most likely brought about early westward expansion?
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Responses
John Jacob Astor’s fur trading business
John Jacob Astor’s fur trading business
the moving of Native Americans to reservations
the moving of Native Americans to reservations
the expedition of Lewis and Clark
the expedition of Lewis and Clark
Whitmans’ establishment of missions
the expedition of Lewis and Clark
All of the following statements about the relationship and events between the United States government and the Nez Perce are true except
(1 point)
Responses
Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce thought they were forced to sign the Treaty of 1863.
Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce thought they were forced to sign the Treaty of 1863.
In 1877, the Nez Perce fled north towards Canada after the government tried to take more land.
In 1877, the Nez Perce fled north towards Canada after the government tried to take more land.
The government protected Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce by allowing them to live on their land and making settlers establish farms in a different region.
The government protected Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce by allowing them to live on their land and making settlers establish farms in a different region.
In 1855, Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce signed a treaty that moved them to reservations but allowed them to hunt and fish on non-reservation land.
The government protected Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce by allowing them to live on their land and making settlers establish farms in a different region.
How did President Jefferson’s actions after the purchase of the Louisiana Territory lead to further exploration and settlement of Oregon?
(1 point)
Responses
Treaties negotiated with Native Americans allowed him to gain more control of the West.
Treaties negotiated with Native Americans allowed him to gain more control of the West.
Hiring Spanish explorers to sail up the Mississippi River led to the discovery of new territory.
Hiring Spanish explorers to sail up the Mississippi River led to the discovery of new territory.
He hired French explorers to map out the geography of the area west of the Missouri River.
He hired French explorers to map out the geography of the area west of the Missouri River.
He sent Lewis and Clark on an expedition to learn about the geography of the West and look for a passage to the Pacific Ocean.
He sent Lewis and Clark on an expedition to learn about the geography of the West and look for a passage to the Pacific Ocean.
Why was the building of the Bonneville Dam significant to Oregon’s growth?
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Responses
It helped improve the logging industry because it controlled the flow of the river.
It helped improve the logging industry because it controlled the flow of the river.
It provided thousands of jobs to Oregonians during its construction.
It provided thousands of jobs to Oregonians during its construction.
It helped improve the salmon population.
It helped improve the salmon population.
It helped the fur trading businesses once again thrive.
Which actions of the following people contributed to the growth of Oregon?
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Responses
President Polk moved all Native Americans to reservations.
President Polk moved all Native Americans to reservations.
John Jacob Astor established the first settlement in Willamette Valley.
John Jacob Astor established the first settlement in Willamette Valley.
President Polk negotiated the Treaty of 1846 with the British, which gave the United States control of Oregon.
President Polk negotiated the Treaty of 1846 with the British, which gave the United States control of Oregon.
John Jacob Astor established sawmills along the rivers so that the logging industry could grow.
Which of the following people established fur trading businesses in Oregon that significantly influenced growth and expansion of the state?
(1 point)
Responses
James Polk
James Polk
Chief Joseph
Chief Joseph
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson
John Jacob Astor
What impact did the Great Depression have on the people of Oregon?
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Responses
Many Oregonians died from disease and famine.
Many Oregonians died from disease and famine.
Many Oregonians were unemployed.
Many Oregonians were unemployed.
Many Oregonians moved out of the state because life was better in other states.
Many Oregonians moved out of the state because life was better in other states.
The Great Depression did not affect the people of Oregon.
Many Oregonians were unemployed.
How did Oregon’s industries change during the twentieth century, and what led to these changes? 4thgrader
During the twentieth century, Oregon's industries underwent significant changes. One major change was the transition from a primarily resource-based economy to a more diverse economy. In the early part of the century, industries such as logging, fishing, and agriculture were dominant in Oregon. However, factors like technological advancements, economic fluctuations, and changing market demands led to the decline of some traditional industries and the rise of new industries.
Technological advancements, such as the introduction of machinery and automation, played a role in transforming industries like logging and farming. These advancements increased productivity but also reduced the need for manual labor, leading to a decline in employment in those sectors.
Economic fluctuations, such as the Great Depression in the 1930s and recessions in later years, impacted Oregon's industries. These economic downturns affected businesses and led to layoffs and closures, causing shifts in the structure of the economy.
Additionally, changing market demands and global competition influenced the evolution of Oregon's industries. In response to these changes, industries like manufacturing, technology, and services emerged and grew in prominence. The growth of the tech industry in cities like Portland, for example, brought about advancements in software development, computer hardware, and electronics.
Overall, the changes in Oregon's industries during the twentieth century were driven by a combination of technological advancements, economic fluctuations, and market demands. This led to a shift towards a more diversified economy, with traditional industries giving way to new sectors.