California Ranchos Quiz

What's the name of the sturdy leather cord used on ranches?

• A) Lariat

• B) Bridle Cord

• C) Rein

• D) Whipcord

What was the primary duty of a vaquero/cowhand on the ranchos?

• A) Tending Fields

• B) Herding Cattle

• C) Fishing

• D) Crafting Tools

At what time of day did work usually commence on the ranchos?

• A) Sunrise

• B) Noon

• C) Sunset

• D) Midnight

Which city served as the capital of Alta California during the rancho era?

• A) Santa Barbara

• B) San Francisco

• C) Monterey

• D) San Diego

How did ranchers primarily generate income during this period?

• A) Selling Cattle

• B) Mining Gold

• C) Trading Textiles

• D) Exporting Wine

Who were often among the first to receive land grants for ranchos?

• A) Spanish Nobility

• B) Indigenous Leaders

• C) American Pioneers

• D) Mexican Merchants

True or False? Did many indigenous people receive payment for their work on the ranchos?

• A) True

• B) False

What was used to identify cattle from different ranchos?

• • A) Rancher's Mark

• • B) Cattle Tag

• • C) Rancho Cattle Brand

• • D) Herd Emblem

What term refers to the main residence on a California rancho?

• A) Grand Manor

• B) Principal Estate

• C) Hacienda Grande

• D) Central Homestead

What is the term for a map illustrating the boundaries of a land grant?

• A) Territory Chart

• B) Parcel Map

• C) Grant Sketch

• D) Rancho Map