Cowboy History Quiz

Who served as curator of the Cottonwood Ranch Historic Site since 1985?

• John Fenton Pratt

• Don Rolison

• John B. Stetson

• Levi Strauss

Which state's public archaeologist was Don Rolison before becoming the curator of the Cottonwood Ranch Historic Site?

• Texas

• Nebraska

• Kansas

• Colorado

What was one of the most popular programs about cowboys presented by Don Rolison?

• Home on the Range

• The Cowboy State

• Out of the Bedroll

• The Great Western Cattle Trail

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Who invented the hat known as the 'Boss of the Plains'?

• Levi Strauss

• Don Rolison

• John Fenton Pratt

• John B. Stetson

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What type of shirt did cowboys in the 19th century commonly wear?

• Denim shirt

• Flannel shirt

• Blue chambray shirt

• White shirt

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Why did cowboys often avoid wearing belts?

• Belts were not fashionable

• Belts caused hernias

• Belts were uncomfortable

• Belts were expensive

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What type of rope is made from rawhide and used by cowboys?

• Lariat

• Rodeo rope

• Lasso

• Riada

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What type of pants did cowboys commonly wear?

• Jeans

• Trousers

• Leggings

• Overalls

What type of instrument was commonly used by cowboys to play music?

• Violin

• Guitar

• Banjo

• Juice harp

What was the primary purpose of wearing vests for cowboys?

• Symbol of authority

• Fashion statement

• Protection from the weather

• Extra storage space

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