Pecos Bill

Front

What was the main problem faced by Pecos Bill in the story?

Back

The drought in the southwest.

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Where did Pecos Bill and Slue-Foot Sue live after their marriage?

Back

The Moon.

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How did Pecos Bill resolve the drought issue?

Back

He wrung the water out of the cyclone.

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Front

Who discovered Pecos Bill?

Back

A cowpoke (cowboy).

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What is another term for a cowpoke?

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A cowboy.

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Front

What is the significance of the drought in the story of Pecos Bill?

Back

It serves as the central conflict that Pecos Bill must address.

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What does the term 'wrung the water out of the cyclone' imply about Pecos Bill's character?

Back

It suggests that he is resourceful and capable of extraordinary feats.

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What role does Slue-Foot Sue play in Pecos Bill's story?

Back

She is Pecos Bill's wife and a significant character in his adventures.

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Front

What literary genre does the story of Pecos Bill belong to?

Back

American folklore or tall tales.

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Front

What does the setting of the Moon symbolize in Pecos Bill's story?

Back

It symbolizes the fantastical and exaggerated nature of tall tales.