What surprising fact about cowboys in the 19th century is highlighted in the introduction?

Recognition and Contributions of Black Cowboys

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Cowboys were primarily from Europe.
Most cowboys were Native American.
Cowboys were mostly women.
One in every four cowboys was Black.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What skills did Black cowboys develop during the Civil War?
Farming and gardening
Cooking and cleaning
Sailing and navigation
Horse riding and lassoing
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What term is believed to have originated as a racially charged slur for Black cowboys?
Gunslinger
Cowboy
Wrangler
Rancher
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of work did Black cowboys often have to do?
Mining for gold
Building railroads
Breaking horses and crossing rivers
Managing finances
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who was a legendary Black cowboy known for his rodeo performances?
Wyatt Earp
Jesse James
Billy the Kid
Nat Love
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What dangerous rodeo maneuver was invented by Bill Pickett?
Calf roping
Barrel racing
Bronco busting
Bulldogging
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which Black cowboy is thought to have inspired the fictional Lone Ranger?
Bill Pickett
Bass Reeves
Stagecoach Mary
Nat Love
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