Because of its railroads, stockyards, and grain elevators, which of the following cities dominated the economy of the Midwest by the middle of the nineteenth century?
A) Chicago
B) Milwaukee
C) Minneapolis
D) St. Louis

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Chicago's railroads, stockyards, and grain elevators allowed it to become a major transportation hub and center for agricultural processing, making it the dominant city in the Midwest by the mid-19th century. While the other cities listed were also important in the region's economy, none were able to surpass Chicago in terms of economic influence.

Because of Its Railroads, Stockyards, and Grain Elevators, Which of the Following