Men Who Built America: Carnegie

Who was known for creating the largest railroad company in America after the Civil War?

• John D. Rockefeller

• Andrew Carnegie

• Cornelius Vanderbilt

• Tom Scott

What material did Carnegie use to build the bridge that was considered unproven at the time?

• Iron

• Bronze

• Steel

• Wood

What major challenge did Andrew Carnegie face when building the bridge across the Mississippi River?

• Lack of skilled labor

• Opposition from local governments

• Iron shortages

• Financial overruns and delays

What was the public's reaction to the Johnstown flood?

• Support for the club's actions

• Mild concern

• Indifference

• Outrage and blame towards the South Fork Club

How did Carnegie attempt to rebuild his public image after the Johnstown flood?

• By relocating overseas

• By denying responsibility

• By donating to charities and building public monuments

• By retiring from public life