Geographic Mobility in the United States - 1920-1950

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Activity Description

Students will examine maps to explore changes in population density in the United States during three decades: 1920–1930 (Post-Progressive Era), 1930–1940 (Great Depression), and 1940–1950 (World War II). They will then determine what happened during each decade that likely influenced geographic mobility. Students will also examine a map of more recent population data (for 2000–2010) to understand trends in population movement.

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Suggested Grade Level

9-10

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Approximate Time Required

45-60 minutes

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Learning Objectives

Students will be able to analyze, compare, and interpret maps on U.S. population density from three periods in the early 20th century.
Students will be able to understand how events during these three periods affected geographic mobility.
Students will be able to understand more recent trends in population movement.

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