Causes of the Dust Bowl

Front

What was the impact of high temperatures and low humidity during the Dust Bowl?

Back

Worsened dry conditions

Front

The removal of grasslands during the Dust Bowl made the soil vulnerable to ________.

Back

Wind erosion

Front

The expansion of wheat farming after World War I led to ________.

Back

Removal of grasslands

Front

The lack of plant cover during the Dust Bowl made the soil susceptible to ________.

Back

Wind erosion

Front

What role did poor agricultural practices play in the Dust Bowl?

Back

They stripped the land of natural vegetation.

Front

During the Dust Bowl, many farmers resorted to ________ to make ends meet.

Back

Over-farming

Front

The economic impact of the Dust Bowl included widespread food shortages and increased prices. True or False?

Back

True

Front

Which government service was established to promote sustainable farming techniques during the Dust Bowl?

Back

Soil Conservation Service

Front

The psychological toll of the Dust Bowl was considerable, with many individuals experiencing stress and trauma. True or False?

Back

True

Front

The Dust Bowl primarily affected which geographical region?

Back

The Great Plains