Unit 5 Chapter 12 Lesson 3 Using Western Lands

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Unit 5 Chapter 12Lesson 3 Using Western Lands

• 20 Questions!

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Towns that sprang up almost over night.

• Boomtowns

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A person gives up something he or she wants in
order to get another.

• Trade-off

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The value of what a person gives up to get
something else.

• Opportunity cost

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How did gold mining affect the settling of the
West?

• It was gold mining that brought many settlers to
  the West.

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Why is the Pacific Northwest an ideal place for
large, thick forests to grow?

• It has a mild climate and heavy rains.

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What are the three lumber producing states?

• Oregon, California, and Washington

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Land that is owned by the government.

• Public land

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How are farmers able to grow crops in the arid
West?

• By using irrigation

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A spring that shoots steam and hot water into the
air.

• Geyser

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What is the oldest national park in the United
States?

• Yellowstone National Park

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A decision or an idea reached by thoughtful
study.

• Conclusion

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Look at the way things are and say what you think
will happen.

• Prediction

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Thats All!

• Keep Sharp Minds!