Understanding the Wild West

What is a common misconception about saloons in the Wild West?

• They were primarily places for mass brawls.

• They were exclusive to cowboys.

• They were always open to the public.

• They had swinging doors to keep out dust.

How did cowboys typically interact with outsiders?

• They welcomed them with open arms.

• They formed alliances with them.

• They often showed suspicion and sometimes violence.

• They ignored them completely.

Who was primarily responsible for the violence against Native Americans?

• The central government

• Roaming gangs of cowboys

• Local bandits

• Settlers moving westward

What was the main cause of crime during the California gold rush?

• Bandit attacks

• Native American raids

• Alcohol-related incidents

• Robberies

Where did the trope of tying people to railroads originate?

• Historical events in the Wild West

• Dime novels

• Government records

• Newspaper reports