Use the passage to answer the question.

Question

Which of the following best summarizes this passage?
(1 point)
The Oregon Trail was first
• used by Mormons fleeing religious persecution.
The Oregon Trail grew
• from small beginnings to a major migration route.
The Oregon Trail was made more accessible by missionaries who helped define the route.
The Oregon Trail was developed by the military
• to monitor interactions between Native American groups and settlers.

Answer 1

The best summary of the passage is: "The Oregon Trail grew from small beginnings to a major migration route."