American Frontiers: Mountain Men & Wars

Mountain Men and Fur Trapping

• Mountain men were pioneers who ventured west in the early 19th century.
• They faced significant dangers, including harsh weather conditions and attacks.

Mexican-American War

• The Mexican-American War was a conflict between the U.S. and Mexico.
• The conflict stemmed from territorial disputes.
• The war resulted in the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo.
• The treaty ceded California and New Mexico to the U.S.

Oregon Trail and Overland Routes

• The Oregon Trail was a major migration route to the west.
• The trail spanned thousands of miles.

Explore the lives of mountain men and the conflicts that shaped American history, including the Mexican-American War and the westward expansion via the Oregon Trail. This quiz will test your knowledge on these pivotal moments and figures in 19th-century America.