The Mormon migration (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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When did the Mormon migration take place?
When did the Mormon migration take place?
1846-1847
Who founded the Church of Latter-Day Saints?
Who founded the Church of Latter-Day Saints?
Joseph Smith
When was Joseph Smith murdered?
When was Joseph Smith murdered?
1844
Which Mormon practice particularly offended other religious groups?
Which Mormon practice particularly offended other religious groups?
Polygamy
Where did the Mormons establish their final permanent settlement?
Where did the Mormons establish their final permanent settlement?
Utah
Who led the Mormons after Joseph Smith's death?
Who led the Mormons after Joseph Smith's death?
Brigham Young
How many Mormons did Brigham Young initially lead away from Illinois?
How many Mormons did Brigham Young initially lead away from Illinois?
Approximately 1,500
How many people were in Brigham Young's advance party?
How many people were in Brigham Young's advance party?
150
How long was the Mormon migration journey?
How long was the Mormon migration journey?
2,250 kilometres
What key advantage did Mormons have over the Donner Party?
What key advantage did Mormons have over the Donner Party?
Adequate food for an entire year
What engineering achievement helped Mormons succeed in Utah?
What engineering achievement helped Mormons succeed in Utah?
Irrigation systems
How many Mormons used the Mormon Trail between 1847 and 1869?
How many Mormons used the Mormon Trail between 1847 and 1869?
Approximately 70,000