31 Questions
Which version of The Oregon Trail game introduced most of the features that people now associate with the game?
The 1985 Apple II version
What does choosing a profession control in The Oregon Trail game?
The number of oxen and supplies
How many segments is the 2000+ mile journey in The Oregon Trail game divided into?
16 segments
During the journey, what can you do at a landmark?
Stop and look around
What can happen if you cross a river unsuccessfully?
You suffer losses
What can you do if you break a wagon part?
Try to fix it
What can you do at the Snake River crossing?
Get help from the Shoshone
Which one of these is NOT a key screen in The Oregon Trail game?
Crossing the Snake River
What does choosing a profession in The Oregon Trail game control?
The amount of money you start the game with
How many segments is the 2000+ mile journey in The Oregon Trail game divided into?
16
What happens if you choose to float down the Columbia River instead of taking the Barlow Road?
You will crash your raft into rocks in the river
What can you do at a river crossing in The Oregon Trail game?
Decide how to cross depending on the current conditions
What can happen if you suffer from diseases during the journey in The Oregon Trail game?
You may slow down or suffer losses
What can you do between landmarks in The Oregon Trail game?
Go hunting
Which platform was the original version of The Oregon Trail game released on?
Apple II computers
What was the primary concern about the new version of The Oregon Trail game released on Apple Arcade?
Microtransactions
What does the author think of the new version of The Oregon Trail game released on Apple Arcade?
It's good
Which of the following is a new feature in the updated version of The Oregon Trail game?
Unlockable custom scenarios
What is the main objective of The Oregon Trail game?
To complete the trek from Independence, Missouri to Oregon
What is the significance of having visible stats for party members in The Oregon Trail game?
It improves resource management and planning
What is one of the new features in the updated version of The Oregon Trail game that addresses the lack of proper Native American representation?
Inclusion of Native American NPCs and scenarios
What is one of the selling points of The Oregon Trail game mentioned in the text?
The game has a beautiful soundscape
What does the updated version of The Oregon Trail game cater to?
Gaming personalities
What does the text mention about the achievements and unlockables in The Oregon Trail game?
They provide educational credence
What does the text say about the original version of The Oregon Trail game?
Many players commented on dysentery
Which of the following is NOT a book written by the author mentioned in the text?
The Oregon Trail
What was the purpose of the original version of The Oregon Trail game?
To entertain players
What role did the author serve in the redevelopment of The Oregon Trail game?
Historical and cultural consultant
Who is the author of the book 'We Were All Like Migrant Workers Here: Work, Community, and Memory on California's Round Valley Reservation, 1850–1941'?
William J. Bauer Jr.
Which author is a scholar of Native American history and North American Wests?
Margaret Huetl
Who is the author of the book 'Staging Indigeneity: Salvage Tourism and the Performance of Native American History'?
Katrina M. Phillips
Test your knowledge of The Oregon Trail game with this quick quiz! From the iconic Apple II version to the key screens in the game, see how much you remember about this beloved 1980s classic.
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