Question

Why were mountain men used as guides for wagon trains? A) They were very friendly. B) They were good cooks. C) They were familiar with the area and its inhabitants. D) They were strong and could fight off attacks easily.

Answer 1

Option C

Step-by-step explanation:

The mountain men were the local residents of the mountain regions and were familiar with the existing routes. Hence, they can guide the wagon train drivers in case if they miss the route due to some reason. Also, they were a good company during the journey.

Hence, option C is correct