How would the South benefit from the growing textile industries of the North? A. The textile industries would export their texti
les through Southern ports. B. The growing industries would rely on coal and steel from the South. C. The textile industries would increase the demand for the South's cotton. D. The South would begin using the same methods to develop its own textile industries. E. The Southern population could be better employed in the Northern industries.
C. The textile industries would increase the demand for the South's cotton.
Explanation:
During the 19th century, Southern cotton was in high demand. This was a consequence of the new technological developments which allowed cotton to be produced much faster, making it much cheaper. This also led to the growth of plantations and slaves, as a large labour force was needed in order to address this demand. As the textile industries developed in the North, the South also benefited, as this increased demand for their cotton.
