5th Grade: Turn of the Century (SS5H1)

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What impact on American life did the Wright Brothers have?

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They built and successfully flew the first airplane making flight possible for people.

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How did George Washington Carver help the southern farmers?

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He taught them to grow crops such as peanuts, pecans, and sweet potatoes.

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Why did people emigrate to the United States in the late 1800's and early 1900's?

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Some came looking for work, while others were escaping war or persecution.

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Why did immigrants choose to live near people from their own country?

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They were able to speak their native language, practice their religion, and keep their country's customs.

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Cattle drives started to end when

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more railroads were opened up and barbed wire was invented

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What was the purpose of the cattle trails?

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Cowhands led cattle to railroads, where the cattle were shipped to other cities.

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What was one of the results of the Spanish-American War?

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The U.S. began to rise as a world power.

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President Teddy Roosevelt believed one of the best ways to increase America's power was through: building the Panama Canal., giving up territory in the Caribbean., building a stronger army., staying out of European affairs.

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building the Panama Canal.

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Which territories did the United States gain at the end of the Spanish-American War? Options: Guam, Puerto Rico, Philippines

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Guam, Puerto Rico, Philippines

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Which invention made it possible for factories and shops to stay open at night so they made more money?

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the electric light bulb