So Many Different Kinds of Boats... Did you ever wonder where all of these boats came from? Or why there are so many different kinds? There are so many different kinds of boats because shipbuilding has changed, or evolved, over time - just like many other industries have. Recorded music has evolved from records, to tapes, to CDs. Computers have evolved from a single computer occupying a large room to small, compact, powerful computers in many homes, and laptops. Why do you think that industries evolve? So why do you think that industries change over time? Why do people's inventions change? Take a minute to think about this, or discuss it with a partner, and when you're ready, check your answer with our answer. In this Maryland Exploration, you are going to learn how these changes affected early shipbuilding on the Chesapeake. Continue this Exploration by clicking "Ahead" below.

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