Chapter 3 Notes Quiz

What are push factors?

• Reasons why people move to a place

• Reasons why people move away from a place

• Positive factors like job opportunities

• Factors related to political freedom

What was one of the main reasons Black people faced violence in the South after the Civil War?

• Economic prosperity

• Urban riots and personal attacks

• Peaceful protests

• Government support

What was the main reason for the migration of Black settlers to Kansas, Oklahoma, and Colorado?

• To find better jobs

• To escape state laws and racial violence

• To join the military

• To attend universities

What was the main reason for the migration of Mormons from New York to Utah?

• Religious persecution

• Economic opportunities

• Natural disasters

• Political freedom

Who became the leader of the Mormons after Joseph Smith's death?

• Brigham Young

• John Taylor

• Wilford Woodruff

• Lorenzo Snow

Which profession was NOT commonly taken up by settlers who did not find gold or silver?

• Farmers

• Barbers

• Engineers

• Shop-keepers

What type of conditions did railroad workers face?

• Safe and easy

• Comfortable and relaxed

• Dangerous and often deadly

• Mild and pleasant

What was the primary reason for the rapid growth of hub cities?

• Agricultural development

• Railroad lines and companies

• Mining activities

• Tourism

What was a key factor in the development of major cities in the Midwest?

• Gold mining

• Railroad industry

• Fishing industry

• Textile production

How long did it take to travel coast-to-coast after the railroad was completed?

• 5 days

• 1 month

• 2 weeks

• 1 year