Transcontinental Railroad
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History
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8th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What took place at Promontory, Utah in 1869?
Back
completion of Transcontinental Railroad
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which two immigrant groups built the Transcontinental Railroad? Options: Mexican / African, Chinese / Irish, English / Dutch, Native Americans / French
Back
Chinese / Irish
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was one major economic impact of the Transcontinental Railroad?
Back
It led to the growth of towns and cities along the route
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How did the Transcontinental Railroad impact the United States?
Back
It made travel and shipping across the country faster and cheaper.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following was a significant outcome of the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad? Options: It decreased the travel time between the East and West coasts, It led to the immediate end of the Civil War, It significantly reduced the population in eastern cities, It halted westward expansion
Back
It decreased the travel time between the East and West coasts
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