11 Questions
What was the final outcome for Utah after the Mormon Church's control of elections was taken away?
Utah became a state
What event led to the Mormon Church losing control of elections?
The passage of a law by Congress
What actions did Church leaders agree to take after the passage of a law by Congress?
Banning polygamy and stopping favoring Mormon-owned businesses
What social issue was not resolved for more than 40 years before Congress passed a law?
Control of elections
What hardships did some Mormon settlers face during their migration to Utah?
They had to haul their belongings by hand
What motivated Brigham Young to lead the Mormons to the valley of the Great Salt Lake?
The desire to establish a safe refuge for the Mormons
What event saved the Mormons' first harvest from being destroyed by crickets?
The arrival of a flock of seagulls
What caused the Mormons to come into conflict with federal government officials in the Utah Territory?
The Mormon Church controlling the election process
What was the primary reason 'outsiders' had difficulty doing business in the Utah Territory?
The church's support for businesses owned by Mormons
What system did the Mormons set up to make the desert bloom?
An efficient system of irrigation
What historical event led to Utah becoming part of the United States in 1848?
The Mexican Cession
This quiz discusses the migration of Mormons led by Brigham Young to the valley of the Great Salt Lake in Utah as a safe refuge. The journey, challenges faced, and settlement in Utah are key points covered.
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