3/27 ECA Review

Front

What year did the devastating hurricane hit Galveston?

Back

1900

Front

How did the hurricane affect Galveston's position as a major port city?

Back

It led to Galveston's decline as a major port.

Front

What major construction project was undertaken to protect Galveston from future hurricanes?

Back

Constructing a seawall

Front

How did the hurricane impact the economic focus of Texas?

Back

It caused a move away from coastal cities to inland areas.

Front

What political system was implemented in Galveston after the hurricane?

Back

Commission form of government

Front

What was the estimated number of fatalities caused by the 1900 Galveston hurricane? Options: 100-500, 890, 1,000-2,000, 6,000-12,000, 20,000-30,000

Back

6,000-12,000

Front

How did the hurricane affect Texas's approach to disaster preparedness?

Back

It led to the creation of a state emergency management agency.

Front

What geographical change occurred in Galveston as a result of recovery efforts?

Back

The island was artificially raised.

Front

What industry became more prominent in Texas after Galveston's decline?

Back

Oil and gas

Front

What was a major cause of the high death toll during the Galveston Hurricane of 1900?

Back

There was no warning system in place.