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QuizMultiple Choice

The Dust Bowl

Question 1 • LHS Oklahoma History

Most “Okies” who migrated out of their home states during the Dust Bowl years sought work in __________.

Answer
A
New Mexico and Arizona
B
Arizona and California
C
California and Nevada
D
Nevada and Colorado

Explanation

Many people displaced by the Dust Bowl headed west in search of farm work, especially in California. Arizona was another common destination along this migration route, so “Arizona and California” is the best choice. Nevada and Colorado were not the main destinations described for most Okies.

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