What was the major factor that led to huge economic growth in Texas during the late 19th century?
Cotton, Cattle, and Railroads - Texas History Quiz

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Discovery of gold mines
Expansion of railroads
Introduction of automobiles
Development of telegraph lines
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary benefit of railroads for farmers and ranchers in Texas?
Increased political representation
Improved irrigation techniques
Access to better healthcare facilities
Faster transportation of goods
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the economic importance of livestock in post Civil War Texas?
Increased demand for sheep
Decreased demand for cattle
Rapid growth in cattle sales
Shift towards vegetarianism
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the iconic symbol of Texas determination during the era of cattle production?
Oil derricks
Railroad tracks
Cotton gins
Cowboy hats and boots
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What led to the explosion of cotton production in Texas after the Civil War?
Government subsidies for cotton farmers
Immigration and cheap labor
Introduction of new farming techniques
Decrease in demand for cotton products
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who were the primary beneficiaries of the cotton boom in Texas?
Landowners
Sharecroppers
Field workers
Migrant families
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What were the working conditions for sharecroppers and field workers during the cotton boom?
Became dangerous
Became luxurious
Remained poor
Improved significantly
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