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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12 | Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the 1900 a new demand surged in throughout the United States. What was that demand?
(a) Spices.
(b) Silk.
(c) Gold.
(d) Cotton.

2. What was LeRoy Percy's problem with the Klan?
(a) They were the reason he couldn't become president.
(b) They were in "conflict" with the life he desired.
(c) They threatened his life.
(d) They boycotted all his propositions.

3. How is the Mississippi River described?
(a) It no longer contains water.
(b) It is one of the smallest rivers in the world.
(c) It is a medium sized river.
(d) It is the longest river in the world.

4. How did Humphrey feel about Ellet's suggestions about the river?
(a) Humphrey was nervous about the idea.
(b) Humphrey thought it was an awful idea.
(c) Humphrey was excited about the idea.
(d) Humphrey took it as a personal insult.

5. In the 1850's, what two cities were involved in a transportation and freighting competition?
(a) Chicago and St. Louis.
(b) New York and Philadelphia.
(c) St. Louis and Philadelphia.
(d) Chicago and New York.

Short Answer Questions

1. For decades, what were the levees constructed to do?

2. In 1926, the Klan began break apart. Why did this happen?

3. Why was Eads allowed to proceed with his idea after being opposed unanimously?

4. In 1920, the country was filled with racial hatred and fear. What group gained enormous fame and wealth during this time?

5. River flow is measured in cubic feet per second (cfs). What happens as the cfs increases?

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