Pioneer Life in Florida Assessment

What year did Florida become the 27th state in the Union?

• 1821

• 1845

• 1850

• 1860

Which of the following was NOT a reason why people migrated to Florida in the mid-1800s?

• Technological advancements

• Fewer natural disasters

• Availability of land

• Harsh climate

What is the term used to describe the motivations for people migrating that are driven by negative reasons such as persecution, famine, or war?

• Push factor

• Pull factor

• Migration factor

• Settler's reason

Which city is mentioned as having one of the largest cattle ranches in Florida by the early 1900s?

• Gainesville

• Jacksonville

• Tallahassee

• Tampa

What was a major reason for the rapid growth of new towns in Florida during the 1800s?

• Decrease in population

• Lack of transportation

• Establishment of cattle ranches

• Technological advancements and transportation

What was a significant economic activity for the Seminole Tribe during the 1700s in Florida?

• Fishing

• Cattle ranching

• Crop farming

• Textile production

By what year did the Seminole Tribe manage herds of about 7,000 to 10,000 head of cattle?

• 1755

• 1775

• 1800

• 1820

What nickname was given to new cattle ranchers and rustlers in Florida during the early 1800s?

• Florida Pioneers

• Florida Crackers

• Florida Cowboys

• Florida Rangers

What was the primary use of lumber in Florida during the early 1800s?

• To build ships

• To make furniture

• To construct bridges

• To build homes and ships

How many sawmills were there in Pensacola by 1835?

• 10

• 15

• 25

• 30