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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With which of the following crops did Kansas farmers experiment?
(a) Soy beans.
(b) Tomatoes.
(c) Tobacco.
(d) Wheat.

2. William C. Quantrill's most famous exploit against a Federal prison left 200 buildings in ruins and killed _______ people.
(a) 529.
(b) 250.
(c) 143.
(d) 2700.

3. What was a favorite recreation for prairie families?
(a) Picnics.
(b) Horse races.
(c) Concerts.
(d) Ice cream socials.

4. The prairie was usually devoid of trees and ______________.
(a) Tumbleweed.
(b) Grass.
(c) Large rocks.
(d) Bushes.

5. Which of the following meant the end to open range cattle drives?
(a) ASPCA movement.
(b) East Coast ranches.
(c) Increased fencing.
(d) Vegetarian movement.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much was the average pay for a month's work on a cattle drive?

2. The western plains Indians were usually _______________.

3. What became the staple crops for the Kansas farmer?

4. Who founded the immigrant community of Victoria?

5. Kansas was the ___________ state in the union to grant women the right to vote in federal elections.

(see the answer key)

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