Read the article “Chicago — Economic Geography”. Remember to look for information on the topic of Chicago’s growth during the 1800s.
Then answer the question that follows.
Which sentence from the article tells why Chicago grew so quickly in the 1800s?

“Developments in technology such as railroads and steel construction changed America and benefited Chicago.”

“Chicago became a leading industrial center. In the early 1800s, lumber and salted meat industries were centered there.”

“From the 18th to mid-20th centuries, Chicago expanded rapidly. The small village became a large city, and then an enormous metropolitan area. ”

answer is
B