Question

What was the most likely cause of the Dust Bowl?

a. intense wind storms from changing weather patterns
b. extreme heat evaporating the small water supply in the region
c. an overpopulation of livestock causing stress on the food system
d. overplowing the land without periods of rest for the soil

Answer 1

d. Overplowing the land without periods of rest for the soil — removal of native grasses and poor farming practices left topsoil exposed; when drought and strong winds came, massive dust storms resulted.