Heading Out on the Oregon Trail by Trey Loker 1Thousands of settlers traveled on the Oregon Trail in the mid-1800s. Most started from the frontier town of Independence, Missouri to various points west. The trail wound its way through the future states of Nebraska, Wyoming, and Idaho. Some of these settlers traveled to fertile farmland in Oregon. Still others wanted to seek their fortunes by mining gold in California. Some unfortunate souls lost their lives during the journey. 2One of the ways people chose to travel was by wagon. The wagon was pulled by a team of oxen and was full of supplies needed on the journey. A cotton or canvas cover was draped over the wagon to protect people and supplies. In order to withstand the brutal conditions on the trail, the wagon had to be constructed of sturdy oak or hickory. 3The ride in the wagon was not very comfortable. The wooden wagon wheels would vibrate and shake as they rolled along the bumpy trail. The total travel time was around five months and covered miles and miles of dirt track. 4The trip was very lonely at times. Days would pass without seeing another human being. It was also dangerous, with wild animal incidents and attacks by disgruntled Native Americans. It took a brave family willing to risk everything for religious or economic freedom! What information about the Oregon Trail is shown in both the description and the map? A) It was a dangerous journey. B) It took several months to travel. C) It covered a large amount of distance. D) It took very brave people to complete the journey. 2) Which two statements from the description are also supported by the map? A) Thousands of settlers traveled on the Oregon Trail in the mid-1800s. B) The trail wound its way through the future states of Nebraska, Wyoming, and Idaho. C) The wagon was pulled by a team of oxen and was full of supplies needed on the journey. D) The total travel time was around five months and covered covered miles and miles of dirt track. E) It was also dangerous, with wild animal incidents and attacks by disgruntled Native Americans. Eliminate