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Unit 7 Exam Review

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How did the invention of the tractor affect the agricultural industry in Texas? More crops produced; more supply than was demanded causing a drop in prices.
Which of the following correctly identifies the reasons why Germans immigrated to Texas and where they settled? Came for cheap land & mild climate; settled in New Braunfels & Central Texas.
In what way was Texas changed by the influx of European immigrants in the mid-nineteenth century (mid 1800s)? Many new thriving towns were established.
Which region of Texas had the most railroad tracks? Coastal Plains
Why was the cotton gin such a useful invention? It removed seeds from the cotton.
How did the expanding railroads effect the economy of Texas? Moving supplies faster & cheaper and in greater amounts helped the economy.
What was barbed wire used for? For fencing to keep animals in or out of an area.
What was the purpose of cattle drives? To move cattle north to where railroads were expanding across the U.S.
How did cattle first get to Texas? Spanish explorers brought them as a source of food.
Who was a Comanche chief that attacked Anglo settlements & led Indians in the Battle of Adobe Walls? Quanah Parker
What was one way that Governor James Hogg worked to protect Texans from unfair business practices? He supported the creation of the TX Railroad Commission.
What influenced the invention of barbed wire? the use of natural fences in the past
Which region of Texas was most of the cotton industry located? Coastal Plains
What was the biggest fear cowboys faced while moving cattle on cattle drives? possible stampedes
How did climate affect economic development in West Texas? The region was too dry to support farming so ranching became prominent.
What explains the change in lifestyle of American Indian tribes after the Civil War? The tribes were removed to reservations.
How did the end of the Civil War affect the cattle industry? The demand for beef in the East brought rapid growth to the industry.
In addition to the availability of land, which factor facilitated the settlement of the Texas frontier? The demand for beef in eastern states.
The name given to African American men of the US Army that helped keep peace among American Indians after the Civil War. Buffalo Soldiers
What defines the era of Texas we are currently studying (1860-1900)? Cattle drives; railroads; wars with Native American tribes
What important positions did James Hogg hold in Texas' government? Attorney General & Texas Governor
What influenced the development of ranching in West Texas? water resources
The introduction of windmills allowed farmers & ranchers in West Texas to ...? rrigate crops without having access to a river.
A consequence of the use of barbed wire on the frontier of Texas included ... the end of the cattle drives.
The range wars of the late 1800s in TX were caused by ... ranchers fencing land with barbed wire.
What was the effect of the railroad boom during the mid to late 1800s? New cities grew up along the rail lines.
What was General Sheridan's strategy for defeating the Plains Indians? Destroy the buffalo which was a source of the Indian's food & supplies.
What treaty was signed in 1867 by leaders of Plains Indians & US officials to end the conflict between Indians & Anglos? Treaty of Medicine Lodge Creek
Which trail was established and used BEFORE the Civil War? The Shawnee Trail (Sedalia Trail)
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