Why was the transcontinental railroad important?
a. It prevented the West from being developed too quickly.
b. It was a much safer mode of transportation than flying
c. It promoted trade and provided jobs for many Americans.
d. It enabled Americans to settle the West.
Ans: c. It promoted trade and provided jobs for many Americans.
You might also like to view...
At approximately which period in history did cities begin to develop on a large scale in several parts of the world?
a. 1500 years before the birth of Christ b. 2500 years before the birth of Christ c. 3500 years before the birth of Christ d. 500 years before the birth of Christ e. none of the above
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) was created to regulate
A) international trade. B) the stock market. C) banks. D) the availability of credit. E) interstate commerce.
Discuss the impact of the Second World War on the family and on the lives of children.
What will be an ideal response?
As a result of the sinking of the Lusitania:
A) Secretary of State Bryan resigned to protest Wilson's policy. B) Wilson asked Congress for a declaration of war. C) Britain announced unrestricted submarine warfare against German shipping. D) Germany lifted her blockade of waters around the British Isles.