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Pg. 90. The group of pioneers that traveled through Utah but got stuck in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California. Half of the 87 people died and many were eaten to survive.

The Donner-Reed Party

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Who has the best beard in Salt Lake City?

Mr. Mitchell, of course.

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What was the first European/American city in Utah?

Salt Lake City

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Why are all 5 of Utah's National Parks located on the Colorado Plateau?

The geology of the region is incredibly unique. The rock formations, including arches, slot canyons, and hoodoos are world class

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Name an obstacle that Utah had to first overcome to become a State

The practice of polygamy (which was against Federal law) was the biggest one. Also, a theocracy where the Mormon Church controlled the territory government.

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Did the Mormon Church begin in Utah?

Nah, it was founded in New York.

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The Bingham copper mine or Glen Canyon Dam is an example of human/environment interaction in Utah. True or False?

True!

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Pg. 108. When did the Mormon pioneers first arrive in the Salt Lake Valley?

July 24, 1847 - which because Pioneer Day, a state holiday and another excuse to light off fireworks!

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Pg. 100. The founder and first leader of the Mormon religion; a presidential candidate in 1844 who was made a martyr that same year.

Joseph Smith

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Pg. 93. In the 1840's, what country ruled where we live now?

Mexico

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In 1857, the U.S. government sent troops to Utah to expel Brigham Young as governor of the territory. How did this military occupation affect Utah?

It increased the feeling of resentment and tension between Mormons and non-Mormon settlers.

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pg. 99. A word that means "when a person or people are harassed, bullied, or discriminated against because of their beliefs"

Persecution

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Lose 50 points!

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shark

Other team loses 20 points!

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gift

Win 20 points!

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thief

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Another reason the Mormon were not trusted by their neighbors is that the Church had many ___________________. Much like today, some people were suspicious of these new-comers.

immigrants

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