What was one of the main challenges faced by cattlemen during the long drive?

Challenges and Factors of the Open Range

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Lack of water sources
Conflicts with homesteaders
Attacks by wild animals
Shortage of cattle
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why were Texas Longhorns significant in the context of cattle drives?
They were immune to Texas fever
They required less food
They were more valuable in the market
They were faster than other cattle
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the Open Range?
A fenced area for cattle
A method of branding cattle
A type of cattle breed
Unfenced land where cattle roamed freely
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why was the Open Range initially successful?
Abundance of water sources
Defeat of Native Americans
High demand for beef
Advanced cattle breeding techniques
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a key factor in the initial success of the Open Range?
Advanced cattle breeding techniques
Support from the US Army
Absence of buffalo on the plains
High quality of Texas Longhorn beef
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was one reason for the decline of the Open Range?
Introduction of new cattle breeds
Government regulations on cattle ranching
Harsh winters reducing cattle numbers
Increase in cattle theft
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did overcrowding affect the Open Range?
It improved cattle health
It caused a decrease in grass stocks
It increased the quality of beef
It led to more conflicts with homesteaders
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