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The Great Depression and Dust Bowl in New Mexico — Quiz

Question 1 • New Mexico History

What made the Dust Bowl an environmental disaster?

Answer
A
Fires destroyed grasslands in the region.
B
Winds eroded the topsoil, making farmland useless.
C
Snowstorms buried farmlands in dust and debris.
D
Heavy rains caused flooding across the plains.

Explanation

During the Dust Bowl, drought and poor farming practices left dry topsoil exposed. Strong winds carried away the fertile soil, making much of the farmland unproductive. This matches choice B, “Winds eroded the topsoil, making farmland useless.”

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