The Worst Hard Time Chapter 2

What is the primary cause of hardship in the Dust Bowl?

• Flooding

• Drought

• Earthquakes

• Hurricanes

Who are tenant farmers?

• Farmers who own their land

• Farmers who rent land and pay rent with a share of their crops

• Farmers who work for a salary

• Farmers who receive government subsidies

What is a dust devil?

• A type of tornado

• A whirlwind of dust

• A severe thunderstorm

• A sandstorm

What does the term "erosion" refer to?

• The process of soil being enriched

• The process of soil being worn away by wind or water

• The process of soil being fertilized

• The process of soil being compacted

What does "destitute" mean?

• Wealthy and prosperous

• Extremely poor or lacking basic necessities

• Moderately well-off

• Financially stable

What does "emaciated" mean?

• Overweight and healthy

• Extremely thin and weak

• Muscular and strong

• Average build

What is rationing?

• The unlimited distribution of resources

• The controlled distribution of food or other supplies in limited quantities

• The hoarding of resources

• The destruction of surplus goods

What does "despondent" mean?

• Cheerful and optimistic

• Feeling hopeless or dejected

• Energetic and lively

• Confident and assured

What does "exodus" refer to in the context of the Dust Bowl?

• A small group of people moving

• A large-scale departure of people seeking better conditions

• A return of people to their homeland

• A temporary relocation

Who are sharecroppers?

• Landowners who lease their land

• Workers who receive a share of the crop as payment for their labor

• Farmers who sell their crops at a market

• Government officials overseeing agriculture