The Erie Canal

What were three of the effects of the Erie Canal?

Trade increased (Cost of shipping dropped from $100 to $10) New Cities formed (to take advantage of the Erie Canal use) Settlers moved further west (As the canal helped open farms and settlements)

How did the Erie Canal affect western lands?

The Erie Canal made settlers goods and cities built west.

What year was the Erie Canal open?

1825

How long is the Erie Canal?

363 miles

What two bodies of water did the Erie Canal connect?

Buffalo (on lake Erie) to Albany (On the Hudson River)

What effect do you think the Erie Canal had on New York City?

It made Agricultural products move east and then to markets over seas- giving more trading.

What were the five Great Lakes?

Lake Ontario Lake Michigan Lake Huron Lake Erie Lake Superior

What is more important: lowering cost of shipping or the population growth?

Lowering the cost of shipping because there are more supplies and food that can be transferred East, providing more for the raising population.