Question

Which statement best explains the origin of rodeos? A. They were created by Cyrus Avery, an Oklahoma businessman who championed cowboy culture. B. They originated as shows of skill by American Indian buffalo hunters. C. They originated in the 1800s as competitions at the completion of cattle drives. D. They originated as friendly competitions and demonstrations of harmony between white settlers and the Five Tribes.

Answer 1

c!!

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Answer 2

The answer is: C. They originated in the 1800s as competitions at the completion of cattle drives.

Rodeos originated in the 1800s from cattle herders who had the specific skills of working as cowboys or "vaqueros". These skills were honed to the point of creating competitions and contests, therefore, making rodeos more than entertainment, a form of professional sport.