Transcontinental Railroad Quiz

When was the Transcontinental Railroad completed?

• 1827

• 1830

• 1869

• 1875

Which two railroad companies were responsible for constructing the Transcontinental Railroad?

• Central Pacific Railroad and Union Pacific Railroad

• Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and South Carolina Canal and Railroad

• Boston and Worcester Railroad and Illinois Central Railroad

• New York Central Railroad and Pennsylvania Railroad

What geographical challenges did the Union Pacific Railroad face during construction?

• Mountains

• Rivers

• Plains

• Jungles

Which event marked the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad?

• Golden Spike Ceremony

• Promontory Summit Celebration

• Transcontinental Railroad Parade

• Railroad Workers' Reunion

What impact did the Transcontinental Railroad have on the American West?

• Isolation and decline

• Loss of resources for Native Americans

• Decrease in economic activity

• Disruption of trade routes

Which cities became major transportation hubs due to the Transcontinental Railroad?

• Sacramento and Omaha

• New York and Philadelphia

• Chicago and Pittsburgh

• Boston and Cheyenne

What were the primary sources of funding for the Transcontinental Railroad?

• Private investors and government bonds

• Donations from wealthy individuals

• Crowdfunding campaigns

• Revenue from ticket sales

What were the challenges faced by pioneers traveling westward before the Transcontinental Railroad?

• Unpredictable weather

• Native American attacks

• Long and difficult journey

• All of the above

Which group of laborers played a crucial role in the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad?

• Chinese immigrants

• Irish immigrants

• Civil War veterans

• Former slaves

What did the Transcontinental Railroad facilitate?

• Movement of people and goods

• Growth of new industries

• Creation of new jobs

• All of the above