Cattle Drives in the American West

What were cattle drives in the 1800s?

• A way to transport cattle from Texas to other cities

• A way to transport horses from Texas to other cities

• A way to transport goods from Texas to other cities

• A way to transport people from Texas to other cities

Why did the cowboys rest and let the cattle graze along the way?

• To prevent the cattle from losing weight

• To prevent the cattle from running away

• To prevent the cattle from getting stolen

• To prevent the cattle from getting sick

How far did the cattle drives usually move in one day?

• About 5 miles

• About 10 miles

• About 15 miles

• About 20 miles

How long did it take to get the cattle from the ranch to the railhead?

• Up to one week

• Up to one month

• Up to two months

• Up to three months

What was the role of African American cowboys in the cattle industry?

• They worked as drovers and herded the cattle

• They cooked food for the cowboys

• They took care of the extra horses

• They watched the cattle day and night

What caused the decline of cattle drives in the late 1800s?