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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12 and Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Between what years did the majority of cattle drives take place on the American frontier?
(a) 1803-1823.
(b) 1815-1835.
(c) 1900-1920.
(d) 1866-1886.

2. Who was the main musician at prairie dances?
(a) Banjo player.
(b) Drummer.
(c) Pianist.
(d) Fiddler.

3. How many English people were attracted to settle in Victoria?
(a) 200.
(b) 50.
(c) 500.
(d) 100.

4. People of which nationality immigrated to settle in Kansas?
(a) Italian.
(b) Austrian.
(c) Polish.
(d) Swedish.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where would a typical dance be held on the prairie?

2. Which of the following adorned the Christmas trees of prairie families?

3. What was a major occasion for social gatherings among prairie families?

4. Many settlers found strength in ____________ when hardships came their way.

5. Why did streams run brown in Kansas in 1874?

(see the answer key)

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