Chapter 25 Section 1

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Chapter Introduction

The South and West Transformed (1865–1900)

This chapter will discuss how the society, culture, and economy of the South and West changed after the Civil War. It will focus on life in the New South after the end of Reconstruction, how new settlers in the West affected American Indians, and how the West was transformed.

Chapter 15 South and West Transformed

• Section 1: The New South• Section 2: Westward Expansion

and the American Indians• Section 3: Transforming the West

Examine how the economy, society, and culture of the South and West change after the Civil War.

Chapter 25 Section 1

The Cold War Begins

Chapter Introduction

The South and West Transformed (1865–1900)

•Explain how the southern economy changed in the late 1800s.

•Analyze how southern farmers consolidated their political power.

•Describe the experience of African Americans in the changing South.

Objectives Section 1: The New South

Chapter 25 Section 1

The Cold War Begins

Chapter Introduction

The South and West Transformed (1865–1900)

•Compare the ways Native Americans and white settlers viewed and used the land.

•Describe the conflicts between white settlers and Indians.

•Evaluate the impact of the Indian Wars.

Objectives Section 2: Westward Expansion & the American Indians

Chapter 25 Section 1

The Cold War Begins

Chapter Introduction

The South and West Transformed (1865–1900)

•Analyze the impact of mining and railroads on the settlement of the West.

•Explain how ranching affected western development.

•Discuss the ways various peoples lived in the West and their impact on the environment.

Objectives Section 3: Transforming the West