Westward Expansion Test
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main purpose of the Transcontinental Railroad?
To connect the East and West coasts of the United States
To provide jobs for immigrants
To transport goods only
To create a new route for the military
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which two companies were responsible for building the Transcontinental Railroad?
Union Pacific and Central Pacific
Southern Pacific and Northern Pacific
Union Pacific and Southern Pacific
Central Pacific and Eastern Pacific
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What challenges did the Central Pacific face during construction?
Harsh weather conditions
Blasting through mountains
Lack of workers
Native American attacks
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did the U.S. government support the building of the Transcontinental Railroad?
To increase travel time
To encourage settlement in the West
To reduce the cost of goods
To improve communication
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was one way the railroad companies earned money while building the railroad?
By charging travelers for tickets
By selling land next to the tracks
By receiving government loans
By collecting taxes from settlers
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was Sitting Bull known for?
His bravery in battle
His skills in farming
His ability to trade
His talent in art
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main reason American settlers moved west during the 1800s?
To find gold
To search for land and opportunity
To escape from the law
To spread their culture
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