Which of the Following Was a Major Factor Leading to the Gros

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a major factor leading to the Gros Ventre, Wyoming, slide?

• A)Dry weather caused the clay- rich strata to compact, allowing the overlying sandstone to slide into the valley.
• B)Soils and shallow bedrock were very wet and locally saturated.
• C)Erosion by the river had undercut the slope- forming shale and exposed the underlying sandstone.
• D)A strong earthquake caused the unstable rock layers to move.

Recognize the intersections of civil rights activism with broader national and global contexts.

Understand the role of gender and women in the civil rights movement.

Comprehend the evolving goals and tactics of the civil rights movement over time.

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Definitions:

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A term that describes the late 19th century in the United States, a period marked by rapid economic growth, industrialization, and ostentatious displays of wealth.

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The ability or capacity to direct or influence the behavior of others or the course of events.

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