Two Roads Chapters 1-4

Front

How did Cal's mother come west?

Back

She came on the Orphan Train.

Front

Why can’t Pop move very fast?

Back

He has a bad leg.

Front

How much money did Pop say would pay for the chickens Jack stole?

Back

2 Silver dollars.

Front

What were Pop's previous occupations?

Back

Farmer and a soldier.

Front

Where did Cal's mother and father meet?

Back

At a veteran's hospital.

Front

What is the significance of the Orphan Train in American history?

Back

The Orphan Train was a social experiment that transported orphaned and homeless children from crowded Eastern cities to foster homes located primarily in rural areas of the Midwest.

Front

What challenges did families face when moving west during the 19th century?

Back

Families faced challenges such as harsh weather, difficult terrain, lack of resources, and the threat of conflicts with Native Americans.

Front

What role did veterans play in the settlement of the West?

Back

Many veterans settled in the West after serving in the military, often bringing skills and experiences that helped them adapt to frontier life.

Front

What was the impact of the Homestead Act of 1862?

Back

The Homestead Act encouraged westward migration by providing settlers with 160 acres of public land in exchange for a small fee and the requirement to improve the land.

Front

How did transportation methods evolve during the westward expansion?

Back

Transportation evolved from horse-drawn wagons and trains to the use of automobiles and eventually airplanes, facilitating faster and more efficient travel.