Transcontinental Railroad: Central Pacific

Start by looking in Sacramento, California: Who was the chief engineer?

• Theodore Judah

• Teddy Roosevelt

• Thomas Durant

Now go to Roseville and select ALL THE THINGS the train affected.

• Brought more trade

• Supported the growth of agriculture

• Increased Residential development

• Brought more trainers

Go to where it says: Chinese Laborers Thrive. Why were there a lot of Chinese workers working for the railroad?

Go to Reno, Nevada. Why did Lake's Crossing become an important point?

• There was silver found in Comstock Lode nearby

• A new town was created

Look at the map when you get to Fernley, Nevada. Who looks like they are winning the race?

• Union Pacific

• Central Pacific

Go to Battle Mountain. It's economy was based on shipping, mining and

What was the last stop before Promontory Summit?

• Corrine, Utah

• Battle Mountain, Nevada

• Elko, Nevada

What was the significance of the railroads meeting?