Question

Based on the early illustration of the town, what is one reason why Francis Lowell's partners might have chosen this area to build the factory town of Lowell? A. A river ran through the location and could be used to power the factories. B. There were few trees to clear so constructing the town would be fast and easy. C. The terrain was generally flat and could be used for growing cotton. D. The climate seemed mild so the workers in the factories would be less affected by weather conditions.

Answer 1

A. A river ran through the location and could be used to power the factories.

This option is indeed a key reason why Francis Lowell's partners chose the area for building the factory town, as the water power from the river was essential for running the machinery in the textile mills.