Why was the 1930s Dust Bowl so devastating to Oklahomans?

Question

a.
It forced thousands of Oklahomans to take up farming to provide for their families.
b.
It allowed lawmakers to introduce legislation that limited water usage.
c.
It coincided with an intense economic depression.
d.
It was responsible for the high death rates in Oklahoma in the 1930s.


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

The best answer is:

C. It coincided with an intense economic depression.

The Dust Bowl of the 1930s had a devastating impact on Oklahomans and other Great Plains states, exacerbated by the economic hardships of the Great Depression. Many families were already struggling financially, and the severe drought and dust storms made farming nearly impossible, leading to widespread displacement and poverty.