New forms of transportation helped to open up areas of California, Oregon, Texas, and Utah. Next to each statement below, write the name of the state depending on which area is described.

1. Mountain men came here first to hunt.    ___________________

2. United States citizens flocked to this area when gold was discovered.____________________

3. When it gained independence from Mexico, it was called the Lone Star Republic.____________

4. Sam Houston was a United States Senator for this state. ________________

5. The Rio Grande became its southern border._____

6. People were attracted here by reports of the lands beauty and richness. ________________

7. Mormons settled here.___________________

8. It revolted against Mexico and became the Bear Flag Republic. ________________________