Why did cowboys, vigilantes, and ranchers play such a significant role in shaping the society and economy of the Wild West? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact cowboys, vigilantes, and ranchers had in shaping the “wild west.” Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge.
Included in this resource:
Do Now - Primary Source photograph analysis and questions
Cowboys and the “Wild West” reading passage with graphic organizer questions
Wyatt Earp: The Wild West’s Lawman reading passage and questions
Wyatt Earp POV and questions
Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did cowboys, vigilantes, and ranchers help shape the Wild West?
Answer key for teachers (suggested)
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