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Ollowing Reconstruction, the "New South" emerged, influenced by a variety of individuals, groups, and events. Some of these events were the International Cotton Expositions held in present-day Piedmont Park in Atlanta. These events helped attract visitors and investors, and also helped boost the poor post-war economy. Which statement describes another reason why these gatherings were so important? A) They were events where leaders could meet and discuss farming laws and regulations. B) These events provided opportunities for young farmers to learn about growing cotton. C) These events allowed people to share information in a time without television and radio. D) They provided jobs for former slaves and gave them opportunities to sell their own cotton.

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Following Reconstruction, the "New South" emerged, influenced by a variety of individuals, groups, and events. Some of these events were the International Cotton Expositions held in present-day Piedmont Park in Atlanta. These events helped attract visitors and investors, and also helped boost the poor post-war economy. Another reason why these gatherings were so important is C) These events allowed people to share information in a time without television and radio.

These events helped promote investment as well as showedcased the facilities and products of the area to the rest of the country. Besides, they provided and excellent opportunity for sharing new technology.


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