Question

Which accurately describes why people traveled by particular western trails? The Oregon Trail was used as an invasion route, while the Santa Fe Trail was used for trade with the British. The Oregon Trail was used for migration purposes, while the Santa Fe Trail was mainly used for trade purposes. The Santa Fe Trail was used to avoid Comanche lands, while the Oregon Trail was used to reach Mormon territory. The California Trail was used to communicate with Mexico, while the Santa Fe Trail was used for migration.

Answer 1

Answer:

The Oregon Trail was used for migration purposes, while the Santa Fe Trail was mainly used for trade purposes.

Explanation:

In 1812, people began moving westward with the hopes of expanison. This moving of people towards west was termed as 'Manifest Destiny.' People used many modes of transporting to west initially but later train routes were established to help people move towards west.

The trails that people used included the Oregon Trail, the Santa Fe Trail, the Mormon Trail, etc.

The Oregon Trail was used by missionaries such as Marcus Whitman for migration purposes. The trail ran from Missouri to Oregon.

The Santa Fe Trail was by traders for trading purposes. The trail was opened after the independence of Mexico from Spain in 1821. It ran from Missouri to Santa Fe.

Thus the correct option is (A).