As a Result of the Building of Large Multipurpose Dams

question 104

Multiple Choice

As a result of the building of large multipurpose dams during the New Deal era, the federal government

• A) attempted to foster the growth of family farms at the expense of large factory farms.
• B) gained a great deal of influence over the future of the West by gaining control of much of the water and hydroelectric power in the region.
• C) used public money to benefit large corporate giants engaged in generating hydroelectric power.
• D) demonstrated its concern for protecting the ecosystems associated with western river systems.

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Definitions:

Echoic Memory

A subtype of sensory memory that retains audio information for a few seconds after the sound is heard.

Visual Stimulation

Exposure to visual stimuli that influences a person's feelings, perception, or cognitive processes, often used in education, therapy, and entertainment.

Auditory Stimulation

The process of provoking a response through exposure to auditory stimuli, such as sounds or music.

Mnemonic Technique

A memory aid or strategy to make information easier to remember.