The correct response is slavery and plantations. The Mississippi Alluvial Plain region was historically known for its agricultural production, particularly cotton, which was reliant on plantation systems that utilized enslaved African American labor. In contrast, the Ozark Mountains region had less agricultural focus and was not characterized by plantation systems.
What caused the settlement of more African Americans in the Mississippi Alluvial Plain region than in the Ozark Mountains region?
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Responses
slavery and plantations
slavery and plantations
mining and logging
mining and logging
the use of modern technologies
the use of modern technologies
low priced land and modern technology
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Why did people from the Appalachian Mountains settle in the Ozark Mountains?
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The soil in the region is rich and excellent for farming.
The soil in the region is rich and excellent for farming.
The terrain of both regions is hilly and rugged.
The terrain of both regions is hilly and rugged.
The land is surrounded by lakes.
The land is surrounded by lakes.
Heavy rains often flood both regions.
Heavy rains often flood both regions.
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Responses
The soil in the region is rich and excellent for farming.
The soil in the region is rich and excellent for farming.
The terrain of both regions is hilly and rugged.
The terrain of both regions is hilly and rugged.
The land is surrounded by lakes.
The land is surrounded by lakes.
Heavy rains often flood both regions.
Heavy rains often flood both regions.
The correct response is The terrain of both regions is hilly and rugged. People from the Appalachian Mountains settled in the Ozark Mountains largely due to the similar geographical features, as both regions have hilly and rugged landscapes that offered familiar environments for settlers.
Which region of Arkansas is most influenced by African American culture and heritage?
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Responses
Ozark Mountains
Ozark Mountains
Gulf Coastal Plain
Gulf Coastal Plain
Mississippi Alluvial Plain
Mississippi Alluvial Plain
Ouachita Mountains
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Responses
Ozark Mountains
Ozark Mountains
Gulf Coastal Plain
Gulf Coastal Plain
Mississippi Alluvial Plain
Mississippi Alluvial Plain
Ouachita Mountains
The correct response is Mississippi Alluvial Plain. This region has a significant historical connection to African American culture and heritage, particularly due to the history of slavery and the plantation economy in the area.