Transcontinental Railroad

Transcontinental Railroad

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Social Studies

4th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the main purpose of the Transcontinental Railroad?

Back

To help with transportation, communication, and to connect the nation.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In what town did both parts of the railroad met?

Back

Promontory, Utah

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What caused Native Americans to attack the railroad and its workers?

Back

The railroad was built in the middle of their land and was destroying it.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The Central Pacific and the Union Pacific companies hired workers from _________ and _________ to build their railroads.

Back

China and Ireland

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are Boom Towns?

Back

Towns that popped up along the railroads.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did people travel before the Transcontinental Railroad was built?

Back

boats and wagons

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the 2nd type of communication, which took 10 days, and used horses?

Back

Pony Express

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