Why did it take until the 1860s to build a transcontinental railroad?
a. The needed land was designated as Indian territory.
b. There was a shortage of workers.
c. The federal government refused to provide land grants for railroad companies.
d. Bankers were not willing to back such a risky investment.
e. Sectional quarrels developed over the route to be taken.
E
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