Which region of the country has the greatest concentration of railroad lines?
Which region seemed to provide the greatest obstacle to railroad expansion?
Which resource is most common across the country?
Based on the information from the railroad and resource maps you just saw, where would you expect to find most US factories at the turn of the century? Why? (You may want to go back and look again at the maps.)
Most factories would likely be in the Northeast and Midwest, where railroads made it easier to bring in raw materials and ship goods, and where coal, oil, and iron were abundant.
Did you consider any of these factors in your answer?
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Between 1900 and 2006, total world steel production decreased✔ increased.
In 1900, North AmericaAsia✔ Europe had more steel-producing countries than other continents.
In 2006, the world’s leading steel producers were located in North America✔ AsiaEurope.
According to the tables you read, China was the world’s leading steel producer in 2006. Based on what you know about the changes and resources that helped the United States’ industries to grow, what changes would you expect to be taking place in China? Write your response in a paragraph.
As China’s industries grow, natural resources are likely becoming more available and industries may be finding new sources of raw materials. Steel is becoming more useful as a building resource, while cities are growing quickly and becoming centers of manufacturing.
Which of these resources were included in your answer?
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