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Before European settlers arrived the of North America were wild grasses?
The Great Plains.
In the 19th century why did large numbers of Americans who migrated to the great plains become involved in ecomomic activities related to agriculture?
In 1862, the Homestead Act was passed in the United States. The Act gave settlers parts of the flat and fertile Great Plains land. Many people moved to the Great Plains as a result and began to farm the land. While the climate was often dry and crops often failed, the building of irrigation systems to carry water to dry places allowed the Great Plains to become a very productive crop growing area. , the Homestead Act was passed in the United States. The Act gave settlers parts of the flat and fertile Great Plains land. Many people moved to the Great Plains as a result and began to farm the land. While the climate was often dry and crops often failed, the building of irrigation systems to carry water to dry places allowed the Great Plains to become a very productive crop growing area. In 1862, the Homestead Act was passed in the United States. The Act gave settlers parts of the flat and fertile Great Plains land. Many people moved to the Great Plains as a result and began to farm the land. While the climate was often dry and crops often failed, the building of irrigation systems to carry water to dry places allowed the Great Plains to become a very productive crop growing area.
How did the steel-tipped plow aid settlers on the Great Plains?
The plow easily cut through the hard-packed sod of the prairies and the settlers didn't have to worry about whether or not it was fertile soil.
What is the main reason for the rapid settlement of the Great Plains?
The government encouraged settlers to move to the great plains because the land was cheap and they could keep the land for 5 years
Why did railroad construction advance as the settlers filled up the great plains?
Because all the people wanted to go over to the west, so they needed a better way then on wagon, and feet to get there.
Why did settlers on the great plains have to learn new ways of building?
The white settlers on the Great Plains were accustomed to building houses with wood. There was not enough wood on the Plains to build a house. Later when rail transportation was built wood could be brought in on trains.
Who were the first Ukrainian settlers in the interior plains?
the first ukrainian settlers in the interior plains were NOBODY!
What were the major building materials used in the great plains?
Since wood/trees did not grow on the plains wood/lumber had to be brought in or sod was used. Many settlers built sod houses to live in.
Who moved onto the plains to tame the land?
Settlers, farmers, and pioneers moved onto the plains to tame the land through agricultural practices, such as planting crops and raising livestock. They faced challenges such as harsh weather conditions, lack of water, and adapting to the new environment.
What did the settlers needed as supplies in the coastal plains?
the settlers needed clothing
When were sod houses most commonly used?
By early European settlers to the plains, since it was the only material readily available for quickly building a house.
How do you use the word settlers in a sentence?
When settlers crossed the Great Plains, they were sometimes attacked by the native tribes. The Puritans faced persecution in Europe, and many became settlers in American colonies.
When did settlers head for the great plains?
1783
Who move to the plains to tame the land?
settlers
Which major event brought many settlers to the Great Plains states?
The passage of the Homestead Acts led many settlers to the Great Plains states. These acts gave ownership of land to settlers at little to no cost.
What was the environment and climate like in the plains?
It is the plains
Who hunted the bison?
The plains Indians and the white settlers.
