How Utah Became a State in US History
__________About: __________
Utah became a state after decades of settlement, territorial
government, political debate, and changes in federal policy. Mormon
pioneers reached the Great Salt Lake Valley in 1847, and Utah
Territory was created in 1850. Statehood took many years because
national leaders debated political control, religion, and the practice
of plural marriage. This worksheet explores the settlement of Utah,
the creation of the territory, the path toward statehood, and the
importance of Utah becoming the 45th state in 1896.
__________What’s Included: __________
This worksheet features Article (5 paragraphs), True or False (16
statements), Comprehension Questions (6), Multiple Choice (15),
Word Search (15 words), Crossword (10 clues), and Odd One Out
(30 words).
__________Target Grades: __________
Grades 5-8
__________Teacher Note: __________
Use the article before the activities so students can build a clear
timeline of events. Ask students to explain why statehood took many
years and how political changes helped Utah meet federal
requirements