Based on the tree map from question 6 and what you have learned in the class, evaluate which innovation (Steamboat, Eerie Canal, or the National Road) was the most impactful at this time. Please provide 2-3 examples of evidence in a 4-5 sentence response using the RADD method (restate, answer, detail, detail). Must be in the student's own words.
Based on the tree map and what I have learned in class, the most impactful innovation at this time would be the Steamboat. One piece of evidence is that the Steamboat greatly increased the speed and efficiency of transportation on rivers and canals. Before the Steamboat, transportation on these waterways was slow and relied on the power of horses or people. Another example is that the Steamboat opened up new trade routes and expanded the market for goods. With the ability to transport goods more quickly and efficiently, merchants were able to sell their products to a larger audience. Additionally, the Steamboat played a significant role in westward expansion and the settling of new territories. The ability to navigate rivers and transport supplies and people to new regions contributed to the growth of these areas.
