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What problems can you spot in this cartoon? SJH Wyvern

Write a caption for this cartoon

Lesson Objectives To understand the problems faced by homesteaders on the Plains. To evaluate the solutions to these problems To investigate the role of women on the Plains

In pairs, write down as many problems as you can think of for the homesteaders living on the Plains in the 1850s and 1860s What solutions can you think of?

Sodhouses (dirt, dried grass, infested) Lack of wood for building Poor quality land - prairie, dry Back break-ing farm work Role for men and women Bad weather, wind, rain, hot sun Extended families

A quick clue ...

The Sod House

The solutions!

Why was the role of women so important on the Homestead?