“Scott Foresman 4 ) Name idea. You may use your textbook. Main Idea” = Lesson 4: Hub of the Nation ‘The Midwest has long been a center of trade and transportation for the United States. Directions: Complete the chart with details from the lesson that support © Date ch main = Supporting Details” Cahokia was once a key trading center in the Midwest. President Thomas Jefferson wanted to expand trade, One of the main reasons that invention of steamboats. St. Louis grew quickly was the Chicago began to rival St. Louis as the center of trade in the Midwest. States. The interstate highway system is very important to the United ‘Notes for Home: Your child learned how the Midwest has served as the hub of the United States throughout much of our nation’s history. Home Activity: Look at a highway map of the United States. Which highways that pass through or ne: your community lead to the Midwest? Workbook Lesson Review