
The Celestials' Railroad HMH Module 4
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5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What explosive materials were used to create tunnels for the trains in the mountains?
Back
Dynamite and nitroglycerin.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What health issues did some Chinese workers face while working on the railroad?
Back
They likely became sick from stale food and water.
Tags
CCSS.RL.7.9
CCSS.RL.8.9
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who was responsible for hiring over 6,000 Chinese workers for the railroad construction?
Back
Charles Crocker.
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.5
CCSS.RI.4.5
CCSS.RI.5.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the primary hope of the Chinese workers when they came to America?
Back
To strike it rich in the goldfields.
Tags
CCSS.RL.7.9
CCSS.RL.8.9
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which company collaborated with the Central Pacific Railroad to establish a coast-to-coast railway system?
Back
The Union Pacific Company.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the significance of the Central Pacific Railroad in American history?
Back
It was part of the first transcontinental railroad, connecting the east and west coasts.
Tags
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What challenges did workers face while constructing the railroad through the mountains?
Back
They faced harsh weather, difficult terrain, and the danger of explosions.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.9
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
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