Unit 8 History Word Scramble
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Question | Answer |
Where did the cattle trails start, and end? | They started in Texas, and ended in Kansas |
What happens to the population in Texas in the 1800's? | It skyrockets |
Before barbed-wire fencing, how did ranchers keep in their cattle? | Natural fencing (ex. Ditches) |
What was a consequence of using barb-wire fences in the 1870's and 1880's? | It resulted in nature decreases, and range wars |
Name the major challenges that cowboys faced during cattle drives- | Range wars with the natives in the area, and owners of the land |
What characterized Texas society from 1860-1900? | Cattle |
How was life changed for the native Americans after the Civil Wars | They were put on reservations |
Name the group of African American soldiers that kept peace with the Indians? | Buffalo Soilders |
Why were many Texans getting involved in the cattle industry in the Frontier? | Money |
What did govenor James Hogg do to protect Texans from unfair practices? | Formed the TRC |
What was the main cause of the range wars? | Ranchers bringing their cattle on other peoples land |
Where was most of the cotton grown inTexas? | The coastal plains region |
How did the climate of West Texas affect the economic development? | It helped farmers better grow their cotton |
What was a major cause of West Texas development in the late 19th century? | Cattle ranching |
How did windmills affect the cattle industry in Texas? | They pumped water |
What was the the relationship between a population and a railroad track in the late 19th century? | Where there is a railroad stop, there was a city full of people |
Who was the last Comanche chief? | Kwannah Parker |
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