Push and pull factors of moving West Flashcards
1
Q
What happened in 1837?
A
In 1837 the US was hit by an economic depression.
2
Q
What was the result of economic depression?
A
People lost there savings, wages and unemployment.
3
Q
What was a problem with the prices of wheat and corn collapsing?
A
Farmers would lose even more money.
4
Q
How much did the population grew Missouri?
A
In 1830 the population was 14,000 and 10 years later it grew to 353,000
5
Q
What was the main push factors?
A
Overcrowding,economic crash and unemployment
