1. what effect did the opening of the erie canal in 1825 have on the state of new york?
(a) thousands of immigrants were inspired to leave new york state for canada.
(b) rochester became the state's fastest-growing city, even outpacing new york city.
(c) rochester, new york, was thrust into economic depression.
(d) people were pushed out of the countryside and into new york city.

Option: (B) Rochester became the state's fastest-growing city, even outpacing New York City.

Explanation:

The Canal was opened in 1825, the main purpose of Erie canal was to link Lake Erie and the Great Lakes to the Hudson River and New York. Rochester after the Eric canal was transformed into ' The Young Lion of the West'. The Eric canal not only opened the New York but led to the settlement in the Western and the Midwest of America.