Geography

7.9(B)

How Geography Changed Texas

Explain ways in which geographic factors such as the Galveston Hurricane of 1900, the Dust Bowl, limited water resources, and alternative energy sources have affected the political, economic, and social development of Texas.

Part of The student understands the effects of the interaction between humans and the environment in Texas

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Intro

Geography Shapes Texas History

Geographic factors are features of land, weather, or resources that shape how people live. This lesson looks at the Galveston Hurricane of 1900, the Dust Bowl, limited water resources, and alternative energy. Each affected Texas politically, economically, and socially.