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Unit 5 – Civil War and Reconstruction, 1848–1877
Topic 5.2
What was a major contrast between Oregon Trail migrants and those who participated in the California Gold Rush?
Oregon Trail migrants sought religious freedom, while Gold Rush participants sought political freedom.
Oregon Trail migrants were primarily families seeking farming opportunities, while gold rush participants were often single men seeking quick wealth.
The Oregon Trail was driven by government policy whereas the Gold Rush was not influenced by any policy at all.
Only men travelled the Oregon Trail, while families rushed to California for gold.
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