Utilization Strategies

Lesson Plans

Meet the Teachers

NTTI WNET

LEARN

IdahoPTV

ANSWER KEY Early Settlements in Idaho

Read pages 139-141. Discuss the questions in your group and write down your answers.

1. Settlements grew up around several ferries. Why would people settle near a ferry? Answers will vary

2. Notice that the first settlements in southwest Idaho were in river valleys. Why would people choose to settle in river valleys? Answers will vary. Need water for living and growing crops and gardens.

3. The early settlements at Payette and Mountain Home were moved when the railroad came through. Why would people want to move to the railroad? Answers will vary. Close to way to get things in and out. Provide services to passengers.

 

Read pages 141-143. Answer the questions on your own.

4. Pierre’s Hole (Teton Valley) was a favorite hiding place for rustlers

5. Rustlers lived by stealing cattle from the ranchers.

6. Eastern Idaho was settled mostly by Mormon settlers.

7. Farms in eastern Idaho grew food for the Montana gold miners

8. Farming could not begin in Magic Valley until water was brought.

For additional lesson plans and ideas relating to this topic and many others try TeacherSource at PBS Online! You will find activities, lesson plans, teacher guides and links to other great educational web sites! Search the database by keyword, grade level or subject area! Mathline and Scienceline are also great resources for teachers seeking teaching tips, lesson plans, assessment methods, professional development, and much more!
The Idaho 2000 National Teacher Training Institute is made possible through the efforts of

Idaho Public Television
&