In the 1860s, cattle drives from texas to missouri a. saw the herds suffer heavy losses. b. both proved that cattle could be driven to distant markets, and established a link to the booming urban markets of the east. c. proved that cattle could be driven to distant markets. d. established a link to the booming urban markets of the east. e. all these answers are correct.

Option: a. saw the herds suffer heavy losses.

             c. proved that cattle could be driven to distant markets.

             d. established a link to the booming urban markets of the East.

Explanation:

Cattle drives began in American West where they moved large herds of livestock to market, find fresh pasture, and to shipping points. In the 19th century, ranching became possible in Texas to Missouri. Cattle raised by the Spanish in Texas which began in mid 18th century. Early cattle drives headed west after the gold rush.