Transformation of Textile Towns in the Carolinas

Transformation of Textile Towns in the Carolinas

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Geography, Social Studies, Business

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

FREE Resource

The video explores the history and transformation of textile towns in North Carolina. Once thriving due to cotton mills, these towns have faced economic changes as mills closed. However, revitalization efforts are underway, with old mill buildings being repurposed and new opportunities emerging. The video highlights the resilience and adaptability of these communities.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary industry that transformed small towns into cities in North Carolina?

Steel production

Cotton mills

Automobile manufacturing

Electronics

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change occurred in textile towns after the decline of cotton mills?

They became ghost towns

They were transformed into new neighborhoods

They were converted into amusement parks

They were abandoned completely

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a way old mill buildings are being repurposed?

New neighborhoods

Amusement parks

New job opportunities

Cultural centers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has 'Made in the Carolinas' shifted to in recent times?

Made in Japan

Made in China or Mexico

Made in Europe

Made in India

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who supports the revitalization of textile towns in the Carolinas?

International investors

Local government

Tourism boards

PBS Charlotte members

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme of the video regarding textile towns?

The historical decline of textile towns

The complete abandonment of textile towns

The transformation and revitalization of textile towns

The rise of new textile mills