Galveston Hurricane and Oil Test Corrections

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What year was oil discovered at Spindletop?

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1901

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Which two Texas cities boom into major cities as a result of the oil industry?

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Dallas, Houston.

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Oil was referred to as _________________________ since it had the power to make overnight millionaires.

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Black Gold

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What nickname was given to towns that were created quickly due to the rush of people towards successful oil fields in Texas?

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boom towns

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Where was the first major Oil discovery in Texas?

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Spindle top

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What caused the Texas economy to "Boom" in the early 1900s? Options: Oil, Cattle, Cotton, Railroads

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Oil

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Which of the following is a political impact of the oil industry on Texas? Texas Railroad Commission formed, regulating oil industry by setting oil prices to keep oil companies from gouging prices, The financial boost of oil encouraged other businesses and industries to move to Texas for its thriving economy., Tax revenue from increased business has helped fund many state social programs, The oil industry in Texas led to numerous refineries and petrochemical facilities along the Texas coastline

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Texas Railroad Commission formed, regulating oil industry by setting oil prices to keep oil companies from gouging prices

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How does the following image suggest that Spindletop might soon run dry of oil? Options: the flat land, the great number of derricks, the lack of workers present in the field, little rainfall in the area

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the great number of derricks

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Which statement describes an economic impact of the oil industry on Texas?

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It created new jobs and increased income for many Texans.

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Which areas was Oil discovered in Texas? Gulf Coast, East Texas, Permian Basin, All of them

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All of them