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The Cattle Industry

Question 9 • OK-Oklahoma History

Which of the Indian Territory’s famous cattle trails had the following characteristics?i. It was located east of the Panhandle.ii. It traveled through Rock Creek Crossing.iii. It was first used by a Scottish-Cherokee trader.iv. It was originally a direct route to Abilene.

Answer
A
the Great Western Trail
B
the Tascosa Trail
C
the Chisholm Trail
D
the East Shawnee Trail

Explanation

The Chisholm Trail fits all four clues. It ran east of the Panhandle, crossed Rock Creek Crossing, and followed a route associated with Scottish-Cherokee trader Jesse Chisholm. The trail became a direct cattle-drive route to Abilene, Kansas, which distinguishes it from the other trails listed.

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