America on the Move Week 22 Assessment

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What was the problem with plows before John Deere?

Back

They couldn't cut through the tough prairie soil.

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What do they call the motivations for immigrants relocating?

Back

Push-pull factors.

Front

Why was the steamboat an important invention for river travel?

Back

Boats could move without the wind or the river current.

Front

Which of the following are examples of pull factors for movement?

Back

Jobs and wealth.

Front

How was steam created for steam engines?

Back

Coal was burned to heat water.

Front

What is a push factor in immigration?

Back

A reason that drives people away from their home country, such as famine or war.

Front

What is a pull factor in immigration?

Back

A reason that attracts people to a new country, such as job opportunities or safety.

Front

What role did the steamboat play in American transportation?

Back

It allowed for faster and more reliable travel on rivers.

Front

What is the significance of John Deere's plow?

Back

It was designed to cut through tough prairie soil, making farming more efficient.

Front

What are some examples of push factors?

Back

Famine, war, persecution, and lack of jobs.