Erie Canal Video

What was the primary purpose of constructing the Erie Canal?

• To connect the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean

• To compete with railroad transportation

• To create jobs for New York citizens

• To increase tourism in New York

Which city became an economic powerhouse due to the Erie Canal?

• New York City

• Rochester

• Buffalo

• Albany

What major challenge did workers face when constructing the Erie Canal?

• Shortage of construction materials

• Technical difficulties due to elevation differences

• Lack of funding

• Disagreements among the workforce

How did the Erie Canal impact transportation times from Buffalo to Albany?

• Reduced from two weeks to five days

• No significant change

• Reduced from one month to two weeks

• Increased from five days to two weeks

What led to the decline in the use of the Erie Canal?

• Natural disasters damaging the canal

• The construction of highways

• The development of railroads

• The advent of air travel