Chapter 7: Into the West "The Chisholm Trail" Introduction In this chapter, you learned that while the settlement of the West was tragic for the Native Americans, it offered irresistible opportunities for settlers. Natural resources and open spaces attracted miners, farmers, and investors. The cattle industry created profits for ranchers and cowhands. In this activity you will learn more about the Chisholm Trail and discover where millions of cattle crossed the Red River into Indian Territory and made their way to railroad shipping centers in Missouri and Kansas. Destination Title: Along the Chisholm Trail Note: Clicking on the link above will launch a new browser window. Need help using your browser for this activity? Click here for tips. Directions Start at the Web site. Along the Chisholm Trail Scroll down the bottom of the page and click on the arrow or "Next Page." Click on "Beginnings" and read this section, taking notes as you go. Use what you have learned to answer the following questions. 1. What was Texas Fever? Why was it important? 2. Describe the origins of the Chisholm Trail. 3. How were the cattle treated along the trail? Why? 4. Why was the Chisholm Trail eventually closed?