Lesson 53 of 84 · Westward Expansion
⭐ 30 XPThe Dust Bowl and Its Causes
The Dust Bowl was a severe environmental disaster that took place during the 1930s, primarily affecting the Great Plains of the United States.
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The Dust Bowl was a severe environmental disaster that took place during the 1930s, primarily affecting the Great Plains of the United States. Poor farming practices, such as continuous plowing and the removal of natural grasses, led to soil degradation. When drought struck, the dry soil turned to dust, creating massive dust storms that damaged crops and homes. This event forced many families to leave their farms in search of better living conditions, impacting American society and the economy.
Key Facts
The Dust Bowl primarily affected the Great Plains during the 1930s.
Poor farming practices contributed to soil degradation and drought.
Dust storms caused severe damage to crops and forced families to migrate.
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1 of 2What environmental disaster occurred in the 1930s, affecting the Great Plains?
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