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Which was mostly likely NOT a contributing cause to the Great Chicago Fire?
A Chicago's overuse of wood for building
B a recent drought in the Chicago area
C very strong northwesterly winds
D the O'Leary's cow kicking over a lantern

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The story about Mrs. O'Leary's cow kicking over a lantern is a likely myth and not supported by evidence; in contrast, widespread wooden construction, drought-dry conditions, and strong northwesterly winds all helped the fire spread.