Ox-carts were used for transportation
and for carrying a family's belongings.

A team of oxen was used to clear the land
and to plow the field before planting.

Oxen pulled wagons with heavy loads.
Oxen are pulling a cart with a load of hay

Oxen were reddish, or brown, or spotted.
A person walked along with the oxen to guide them
and give them commands like "gee" and "whoa".

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oxen images - Lycos image gallery
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