Question

Between 1914 and 1916, which factor helped bring about the change in the financial position of the cotton farmer as shown in the cartoon?
1. the demand for cotton became high during the first world war

2. climatic changes in other cotton gorwing nations greatly reduced their cotton crops

3. american cotton became more resistant to destructive insect pests

4. New styles of clothing required larger amounts of cotton

Answer 1

Answer:

Based on the cartoon provided in the attachment, the correct answer is 1. - the demand for cotton became high during the first world war.

Explanation:

The First World War brought with itself a very high demand for cotton (for production of uniforms, medical use, etc.). The United States actively participated in the world trade and greatly increased their export of raw cotton.  

On the cartoon we can see that the price of cotton was 6 cents per lbs in 1914, while in grew to 16 cents in 1916. This is a 167% increase that allowed cotton farmers to take control of the cotton trade by choosing whom to sell.