Western Folklore and Superstitions
According to legends, what mysterious creature is said to be a giant, hairy ape-like being that roams forests and mountains?
Bigfoot
Which famous outlaw was associated with being a vigilante?
Jesse James
Where does the sheriff typically work and keep law and order?
Sheriff’s office/station
What do cowboys use to herd and rope cattle?
Lasso or rope
What is the term for stealing cattle or livestock?
Cattle rustling
Which creature from Native American and Western legends is said to be a malevolent spirit that can possess people and animals, often described as a shape-shifter?
Skinwalker
Which outlaw was known for robbing trains and banks and was killed by lawmen at the age of 21?
Billy the kid
Where are criminals usually kept awaiting trial or punishment?
Jail or prison
What type of clothing is typical for cowboys to wear?
Cowboy hat, boots, bandana, and chaps
What criminal activity involves robbing trains or stagecoaches?
train/stagecoach robbery
What creature from folklore is described as a malevolent spirit or monster that haunts the woods and can lure travelers to their doom, often associated with cold weather?
Wendigo
What is the term for a law enforcement officer in a Western town?
The Sheriff
What is the main street in a Western town called, where the saloons, shops, and hotels are located?
Main Street or Dodge City
What is the main job of a cowboy on a ranch?
Herding cattle and taking care of the livestock
What is the name for illegal gambling or betting that was common in Wild West towns?
Gambling
In Western superstitions, what number or symbol is often avoided because it’s believed to bring bad luck?
13
Who is the superior person in a courtroom?
The Judge
Where do townspeople and travelers gather to socialize, dance, and drink?
Saloon
What is the term for the large, flat grassland used for cattle grazing?
Ranch/Range/Prairie
Which type of crime involves breaking into a town’s bank or store to steal money or goods?
Burglary or Robbery
If you break a mirror, what will happen to you and for how long?
7 years of bad luck
Who was the famous lawman known as the "Law West of the Pecos," renowned for his role in fighting outlaws?
Pat Garett
What building would you visit to get a horse or buy supplies?
General Store or Livery Stable
What is the name of the traditional Mexican cowboy?
Vaquero
What is the term for a person who illegally sells alcohol during Prohibition, often happening in Western towns?
Bootlegger