Which of these major retail chains began as a small frontier store selling supplies to gold miners in 1866 before evolving into its current form?

Throughout history, many of today's iconic retail brands began as something completely different. Their evolution reflects changing consumer needs, market opportunities, and strategic pivots that transformed small businesses into retail giants. Test your knowledge about the fascinating origin stories behind some of the world's most recognizable retail chains and how their brand identities evolved over time.

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JCPenney (originally called 'The Golden Rule')
Macy's (originally a small dry goods store)
Walmart (originally 'Walton's Five and Dime')
Gap Inc. (originally 'The Gap', selling Levi's jeans and records)