Ch. 18 -- Boomtowns, Ghost Towns, Homestead Act, Native American

What animal is known for power, strength, and resilience?

• Cow

• Bison

• Coyote

• Cattledog

In the 1500s, about __ million bison roamed freely.

• 2

• 14

• 50

• 0

Where did free-ranging bison live?

• Yellowstone National Park

• Foothill Knolls Elementary

• Walmart

What are lodes?

• pans used for gold

• small flakes of gold

• large deposits of silver and gold

What is placer mining?

• Panning for gold by taking gold from water

• mining in mines

• minings with a place in mind

What is a boomtown?

• A boomtown is a small village.

• A boomtown is a city that has been abandoned.

• A boomtown is a rapidly growing town or city, set up by miners.

• A boomtown is a town that is known for its historical landmarks.

What is a posse in a boomtown?

• A social club for local business owners.
• A group of residents organized and selected by the sheriff to enforce the law.

• A gathering of miners looking for gold.

What are abandoned communities called?

What happened to animals on ranches?

• Animals on ranches are only used for entertainment purposes.
• Ranches have no impact on animal populations.
• Animals on ranches are always healthy and thriving.
• Cattle were transported by train to be slaughtered for food and hides

Who tends the ranches?

• Ranchers or cowboys
• Veterinarians
• Farmers
• Shepherds