Unit10

Front

Where was the largest oil discovery in Texas in 1901?

Back

Spindletop

Front

What is a "boomtown"?

Back

A city that grows quickly due to economic success

Front

How did the oil boom impact Texas?

Back

It led to urbanization and industrialization

Front

What is the boom-and-bust cycle?

Back

When an industry experiences rapid growth followed by a sudden decline.

Front

How did Howard Hughes, Sr. change the oil industry?

Back

By developing the rotary drill bit

Front

What city became a major oil industry hub after the oil boom?

Back

Houston

Front

What was the main cause of the devastation in Galveston in 1900?

Back

A hurricane

Front

After the Hurricane, the people of Galveston built a _______.

Back

seawall

Front

What is urbanization?

Back

The increase in population in cities

Front

Which amendment granted women the right to vote?

Back

19th