Erie Canal Quiz

Erie Canal Quiz

9th Grade

5 Qs

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Erie Canal Quiz

Erie Canal Quiz

Assessment

Quiz

Social Studies

9th Grade

Easy

Created by

David White

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When was the construction of the Erie Canal completed?

1825

1835

1805

1845

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Erie Canal impact trade in the United States?

It decreased trade between the eastern and western United States.

It had no significant impact on trade.

It significantly reduced the cost and time of transportation, boosting trade.

It only benefited trade within New York State.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major social impact of the Erie Canal?

It led to a decrease in the population of New York City.

It isolated rural communities.

It facilitated westward expansion and increased migration to the western territories.

It led to a decline in the use of waterways for transportation.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group was a key supporter of the Erie Canal's construction?

Southern plantation owners

New England merchants

The federal government

New York State legislators

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was an environmental impact of the Erie Canal?

It led to significant deforestation in the areas it passed through.

It had no significant environmental impact.

It contributed to the extinction of several local animal species.

It altered local waterways and ecosystems.