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QuizMultiple Choice

American Life in the Great Depression

Question 8 • AVAHS 26-27 CCPS SS US History Gr 11 (45.0810000) YL IC (Fall)

Which of the following led to dust storms during the 1930s?

Answer
A
the practice of crop rotation
B
ranching and heavy rains
C
farmers’ financial problems
D
both farming and drought

Explanation

Dust storms during the 1930s Dust Bowl were caused by drought and farming practices that left the soil exposed. When the drought dried the land, wind could easily carry away the unprotected topsoil. So the correct choice is both farming and drought.

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