1. Economic and Social Transition from Rural, Agricultural Society to a more Urban, Industrialized Society Grade 4 SOL 9a Created by; Kim Smith

2. What happened to Virginia during the 20 th Century? 12345 A.VA changed to a more urban, industrial society. B.VA changed very slowly. C.VA did not want to give up cheap labor. 25

3. What caused Virginia’s cities to grow? 12345 A.People moved out into suburbs. B.People moved into the cities from rural areas for more job opportunities. C.People built more buildings. 25

4. What caused the decline of agricultural society? 12345 A.Crop prices went way up. B.Crop prices fell and old systems of farming were no longer effective. C.Crop prices peaked then hit bottom causing farmers to go bankrupt. 25

5. People have moved to VA from many other states and nations for___. 12345 A.Jobs, freedom, and the enjoyment of VA’s beauty and quality of life. B.City living, restaurants, theaters. C.River rafting, hiking, and swimming. 25

6. Since the end of World War II, ______ _____ has experienced growth due to increases in the number of federal jobs in that region. A.West Virginia B.Southern Virginia C.Northern Virginia 12345 25

7. Both Northern Virginia and Tidewater have grown due to ______ ______. 12345 A.Shipping growth B.Computer technology C.Modern farming technology 25