Buffalo Bill Cody and the West

The video explores the life of William 'Buffalo Bill' Cody, starting with his early years as a buffalo hunter for the railroads. It follows his rise to fame through dime novels and wild west shows, highlighting his guiding career and irrigation projects in Wyoming. The construction of a dam on the Shason River, which was later named in his honor, is discussed, along with Cody's legacy and modern connections, including the Gates family's ownership of his former retreat.

What was the primary reason for the call for riflemen in 1867?

• To explore new territories in the West

• To establish new trade routes

• To protect settlers from Native American attacks

• To hunt buffalo for meat to feed railroad crews

How did Buffalo Bill Cody gain worldwide fame?

• By discovering gold in the West

• As a hero in fictionalized stories and plays

• Through his role in the Civil War

• By becoming a successful businessman

What was one of Buffalo Bill's roles in the Wild West shows?

• A stage manager

• A performer

• A playwright

• A director

What opportunity did Cody see in Wyoming's dry landscape?

• Building railroads

• Establishing trade posts

• Supplying water to settlers

• Mining for gold

What was the purpose of the Shon Land and Irrigation Company?

• To mine for minerals

• To build railroads

• To supply water to new farms and communities

• To promote tourism

What dual role did the town of Cody serve?

• A railroad junction and a cattle ranch

• A military base and a trade center

• A tourist stop and a local center

• A mining hub and a farming community

What was significant about the dam built on the Shoshone River?

• It was the largest dam in terms of water capacity

• It was the highest dam in the world at the time

• It was the first dam to use concrete

• It was the first dam in the United States

What happened to the dam and reservoir after Cody's death?

• They were destroyed

• They were renamed in his honor

• They were sold to a private company

• They were abandoned

What is the current use of Cody's home by the mountain lake?

• A historical landmark

• A retreat for Bill Gates' family

• A public park

• A museum

Who was the mountain lake named after?

• Cody's daughter

• Cody's sister

• Cody's mother

• Cody's wife