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The Great Depression and Dust Bowl in New Mexico — Quiz

Question 7 • New Mexico History

What long-term change did the Soil Conservation Service promote after the Dust Bowl?

Answer
A
increase in large-scale livestock production
B
expansion of industrial jobs in rural towns
C
new farming methods to prevent soil erosion
D
construction of new roads and transport routes

Explanation

The Dust Bowl showed how drought and poor farming practices could strip away fertile topsoil. The Soil Conservation Service promoted methods such as contour plowing and planting cover crops to reduce erosion and protect the soil over the long term. Therefore, the correct choice is new farming methods to prevent soil erosion.

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