Identify a Cause:

Based on your learning in this unit, what is one factor that led to the major difference between the Northern and Southern economies that you identified in Item 1? You might talk about the resources available in each region, the climates, political and religious views of the people who lived there, or another factor.

Answer in one short sentence (20 word limit). You will have a chance to explain in more detail later.

Example sentence frame: One reason for this difference is that the North ___, but the South ___.

(A good answer will be clear, concise, and historically accurate.)

(2 points)

One reason for this difference is that the North had more industrial resources and capabilities, but the South relied heavily on agriculture.