The Celestials' Railroad HMH Module 4
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the purpose of the Central Pacific Railroad?
Back
To create a coast-to-coast railway system in the United States.
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.5
CCSS.RI.4.5
CCSS.RI.5.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which company partnered with the Central Pacific Railroad?
Back
The Union Pacific Company.
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.5
CCSS.RI.4.5
CCSS.RI.5.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What motivated many Chinese immigrants to come to America during the railroad construction?
Back
They hoped to strike it rich in the goldfields.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What explosive materials were used to create tunnels in the mountains for the railroad?
Back
Dynamite and nitroglycerin.
5.
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
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What significant event occurred on May 10th, 1869, related to the railroad?
Back
The completion of the transcontinental railroad, marked by the telegraphed word 'Done!'
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CCSS.RL.7.9
CCSS.RL.8.9
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What challenges did workers face while constructing the railroad through mountainous terrain?
Back
They had to blast through mountains, which required the use of explosives.
Tags
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
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