Henry Flagler and the Transformation of Florida

On January 22, 1912, Henry Flagler fulfilled his dream of extending the railroad to Key West, marking a significant achievement at the age of 82. The event was celebrated with great fanfare, attended by dignitaries and thousands of people. Flagler's work transformed Florida from a wilderness into a thriving state, symbolizing the American Dream. A century later, Florida's rapid growth and change continue, but its future is uncertain.

What significant event took place on January 22nd, 1912?

• Henry Flagler's birth

• Completion of the Panama Canal

• Flagler's railroad reaching Key West

• The first flight across the Atlantic

How old was Henry Flagler when he fulfilled his dream of connecting Key West to the mainland?

• 62 years old

• 82 years old

• 72 years old

• 92 years old

Who were among the people that greeted Flagler upon his arrival in Key West?

• Only local residents

• Businessmen, politicians, and foreign dignitaries

• Only his family members

• Tourists from Europe

How did Flagler feel about the reception he received in Key West?

• Indifferent

• Overwhelmed and touched

• Angry

• Disappointed

What was the duration of the celebrations in Key West after Flagler's arrival?

• A month

• A week

• A weekend

• A day

What was the state of Florida like before Flagler's railroad and hotels?

• A bustling metropolis

• A waterlogged, bug-infested wilderness

• A desert

• A mountainous region

How many people live in Florida now, a century after Flagler's achievement?

• 5 million

• 10 million

• 25 million

• 19 million

What does the transformation of Florida symbolize?

• The Gold Rush

• The Industrial Revolution

• The American Dream

• The Space Race

What is the current state of the story of Florida's transformation?

• It is reversing

• It has come to an end

• It is taking a turn in an uncertain direction

• It is continuing in a clear direction