What were some of the major dangers pioneers faced on the Oregon Trail? Check all that apply.

bad weather

disease

earthquakes

river crossings

wagon accidents

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Zion Benitez

1 March, 02:32

What were some of the major dangers pioneers faced on the Oregon Trail? Check all that apply.

bad weather

disease

earthquakes

river crossings

wagon accidents

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First Mate · Answer 1

Major threats to pioneer life and limb came from accidents, exhaustion, and disease. Crossing rivers were probably the most dangerous thing pioneers did. Swollen rivers could tip over and drown both people and oxen. Such accidents could cause the loss of life and most or all of valuable supplies.

Kenley · Answer 2

Disease, river crossings, and bad weather

What were some of the major dangers pioneers faced on the Oregon Trail? Check all that apply.bad weatherdiseaseearthquakesriver crossingswagon accidents

What were some of the major dangers pioneers faced on the Oregon Trail? Check all that apply.

bad weather

disease

earthquakes

river crossings

wagon accidents