Across
- 3. What was the primary economic activity in early American colonies?
- 9. What type of labor was heavily used in southern agriculture?
- 10. What economic shift occurred in the U.S. by the mid-19th century?
- 12. Which region became more industrialized during the 19th century?
- 13. Which natural resource fueled U.S. industrial growth?
- 14. Which city was the first to have a newspaper in the U.S.?
Down
- 1. Which sector saw faster growth than farming by 1860?
- 2. What financial issue did the U.S. face in the 21st century?
- 4. Which industry led the way in early U.S. manufacturing?
- 5. Which country did the U.S. gain independence from in the 18th century?
- 6. Which region of the U.S. was predominantly agricultural by 1860?
- 7. What innovation improved the standard of living in the 19th century?
- 8. What major transportation system expanded in the 19th century?
- 11. Which sector grew faster than agriculture by 1860?
- 13. What was the main cash crop in the southern U.S. during the 19th century?