Cotton Cattle and Railroad Questions Review

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Which ERA in Texas history is associated with Cattle Drives?

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Cotton, Cattle, Railroads (1860-1920)

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Quanah Parker is significant to Texas history because he --

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He was a successful rancher and last chief of the Comanche who assimilated into American culture and influenced other American Indians to do the same.

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Who was elected governor in 1890 for campaigning on limited railroad rates and influence?

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James Hogg

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One major factor that impacted the rapid expansion of Texas after the Civil War was --

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Cattle

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What kept MOST people from settling west Texas in the late 1800s?

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Native American attacks

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What name was given to African American soldiers who fought American Indians in Texas AFTER the Civil War?

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buffalo soldiers

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What was added after the Civil War to support the growing cattle industry in Texas?

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Cattle Drives

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Why were vaqueros important in Texas history?

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All of the above: They embraced the original cowboy culture from Mexico, brought horses from Spain, and their traditions were adopted by American cowboys.

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During the latter half of the 1800s, what was the biggest problem faced by cattle ranchers in Texas?

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Stampede

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After amending the Texas Constitution, the legislature approved the _______________________________ and made the first appointments. This position is still a part of the government system today. Options: Texas Railroad Commission, Texas Transportation Agency, Texas Commerce Commission, Texas Weight and measures

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Texas Railroad Commission