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Who started the religion of Mormonism?
Who started the religion of Mormonism?
Mormons were generally accepted by the society they lived in despite their beliefs.
Mormons were generally accepted by the society they lived in despite their beliefs.
False
What was the name of the militia formed by some Mormons?
What was the name of the militia formed by some Mormons?
Danites
The Mormons first settled in ________ in 1831.
The Mormons first settled in ________ in 1831.
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Match the following places with their significance to the Mormons:
Match the following places with their significance to the Mormons:
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Mormon Migration West
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Founded by Joseph Smith, who published the Book of Mormon in 1830, claiming Jesus's visit to America and Native American descent from lost Israelite tribes.
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Mormons separated themselves from American society, calling non-Mormons "gentiles."
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Some Mormons formed a militia (the Danites) and engaged in violence against non-Mormons and dissenters.
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Mormons opposed slavery and attempted to convert Native Americans.
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Faced persecution and expulsion from Ohio, Missouri, and Illinois due to opposition to polygamy, fear of expansion, and concerns about their political and economic power.
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Joseph Smith, the founder, was killed by a mob in Illinois in 1844.
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Brigham Young took over leadership and led the Mormons westward.
Journey to Salt Lake Valley
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Young aimed for an independent Mormon state in the Salt Lake Valley (part of Mexico).
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Mormon emigration began in February 1846, expedited by increasing anti-Mormon violence.
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The rapid departure led to significant hardship, losses of supplies, and delays due to harsh winter conditions.
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Many deaths occurred from disease and lack of supplies during the 1846-1847 winter.
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Progress was slow, and the journey was completed in 1847, with sustained hardship along the way. Resupply points were established by the settlers.
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Strong organizational leadership under Brigham Young, organizing by captains, improved later stages of the journey.
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The Salt Lake Valley presented various challenges (lack of water, wood, established resources).
Settling Salt Lake Valley
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Mormons dug irrigation ditches to address water scarcity.
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Brick houses were built using local earth resources due to a lack of trees.
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Young encouraged immigration to boost the population and economic self-sufficiency.
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Eventually, the Mormons built thriving communities in the valley.
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The US acquired the Salt Lake Valley from Mexico in 1848, making it the territory of Utah, subject to US laws.
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Ongoing tension and conflicts arose between the Mormons and the US government thereafter.
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Explore the history of the Mormon migration westward led by Brigham Young. This quiz covers significant events such as their founding by Joseph Smith, the challenges they faced, and their establishment in the Salt Lake Valley. Test your knowledge about their beliefs, conflicts, and the socio-political climate of the time.
