Instructions
Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use the space provided for your responses.1. When were horses first introduced to North America by European settlers?
2. How did horses change the way Native American tribes lived and traveled?
3. Which group of people is credited with introducing horses to the Great Plains region of the United States?
4. What were some main uses of horses during the westward expansion of the United States?
5. What event in U.S. history led to a major decline in the use of horses as a primary mode of transportation?
6. Imagine you are living in the American West during the 1800s. Write a short essay describing how horses impacted daily life and work.
7. Today, what are some common uses of horses in the United States?
8. Why do you think horses are considered an important part of U.S. history?
9. What breed of horse is often associated with the American cowboy?
10. How do you think the history of the United States would be different if horses had never been introduced?
Activity
Draw a picture of a horse being used in a historical U.S. setting (e.g., Native American tribe, cowboy, farm, etc.). Be creative and add labels to describe the scene.< textarea class="long-response">