Wagons of the Old West

What was the purpose of the jockey box?

• to carry tools that travelers needed to keep nearby

• to carry food

• to carry the horses food

• to carry their extra tools and food

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In the Conestoga wagon, why was the wagon bed sloped upward?

• It was more comfortable for riding.

• It did not causes the wagon to bounce as much.

• The cargo would not tip out when traveling across mountains.

• It would allow for the wagon to hold more people.

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What type of text is Wagons of the Old West?

• Informational

• Narrative

• Poetry

• Fiction

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Why did the pioneers build the spring wagon?

• They wanted a bigger wagon.

• They wanted a smaller wagon with springs that would allow the riders to not feel all the bumps along the way.

• The spring wagon was better for traveling across the prairie.

• They wanted a wagon with a wagon bed.

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How many adults could sit on the front seat of a spring wagon?

• 5

• 2

• 3

• 4

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What is one difference between the Conestoga wagon and the Spring wagon? Select ALL that apply.

• The spring wagon is much smaller.

• The spring wagon can fit more people.

• The Conestoga wagon had more wheels.

• The Conestoga wagon was covered.

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