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What was the purpose of the contact between George/Georgette Schoenberger and New Orleans businesspeople?
What was the purpose of the contact between George/Georgette Schoenberger and New Orleans businesspeople?
- To plan a cultural event in the city
- To discuss economic development in New Orleans
- To organize a political campaign
- To address the worsening situation on the river (correct)
What was the impact of the spring rains on the river levels?
What was the impact of the spring rains on the river levels?
- They stabilized the river levels
- They had no significant impact
- They lowered the river levels
- They worsened the already unprecedented heights (correct)
Why was a plan considered necessary for the state of Louisiana?
Why was a plan considered necessary for the state of Louisiana?
- There was a need for economic reforms
- To improve infrastructure in rural areas
- The whole state was in peril due to the rising river levels (correct)
- To address social inequality
What was the population of New Orleans at the time?
What was the population of New Orleans at the time?
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Why was it stated that the only means of saving the city was simple?
Why was it stated that the only means of saving the city was simple?
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