Legends of Pecos Bill and John Henry

Who is Pecos Bill?

• A famous cowboy from American folklore

• A legendary railroad worker

• A famous pirate

• A historical president

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What is John Henry known for?

• Being a famous cowboy

• Racing against a steam-powered hammer

• Discovering America

• Inventing the telephone

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What animal did Pecos Bill famously ride?

• A horse

• A bull

• A tornado

• A bear

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What was John Henry's occupation?

• A farmer

• A steel-driving man

• A sailor

• A teacher

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What did Pecos Bill use to lasso a tornado?

• A rope

• A snake

• A vine

• A chain

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What was the outcome of John Henry's race against the steam drill?

• He lost the race

• He won

• He tied with the machine

• He refused to race

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Which river is said to have been created by Pecos Bill?

• Mississippi River

• Colorado River

• Rio Grande

• Pecos River

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What is a common theme in the story of John Henry?

• The power of nature

• The triumph of human spirit over machines

• The importance of education

• The value of friendship

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What did Pecos Bill do to the Bear Lake Monster?

• Wrestled with him for two days

• Threw him to Scotland

• Rode on his back

• Put a rope around him like a horse

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What tool did John Henry use in his work?

• A shovel

• A hammer

• A pickaxe

• A saw

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