-As shown in this quilt by Hannah Stockton Stiles, what effect did steamboats have on urban waterfronts, such as the one in Philadelphia?
A) Waterfronts were dominated by factories.
B) Waterfronts served mainly as centers of agricultural production.
C) Waterfronts became off limits to others.
D) Waterfronts became busy and prosperous.

Question

-As shown in this quilt by Hannah Stockton Stiles, what effect did steamboats have on urban waterfronts, such as the one in Philadelphia?
A) Waterfronts were dominated by factories. 
B) Waterfronts served mainly as centers of agricultural production. 
C) Waterfronts became off limits to others. 
D) Waterfronts became busy and prosperous.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The introduction of steamboats significantly increased the volume and efficiency of riverine trade and transportation, leading to waterfronts, such as the one in Philadelphia, becoming bustling hubs of commerce and activity. This transformation made urban waterfronts busy and prosperous areas, as they facilitated the movement of goods and passengers, contributing to the economic growth of the cities they served.

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