What was one of the major impacts of the railroad on society?

Railroad and Its Impact on Society

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
It allowed for faster travel over long distances.
It reduced the need for automobiles.
It eliminated the use of horses entirely.
It made local farming obsolete.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did railroads change the American diet?
By introducing new cooking methods.
By reducing the cost of local produce.
By making exotic spices more available.
By enabling the distribution of non-local foods.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a significant cultural impact of the railroad?
It led to the decline of urban areas.
It reduced the need for communication.
It connected different regions culturally and economically.
It isolated rural communities.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary purpose of the Fruit Growers Express boxcar?
To transport perishable items like fruits and vegetables.
To transport passengers across the country.
To serve as a mobile restaurant.
To carry non-perishable goods.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What innovation did the refrigerated boxcar introduce?
A faster travel speed.
An advanced braking system.
A system for keeping goods cool during transport.
A new type of engine.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why was it important for refrigerated boxcars to be carefully scheduled?
To synchronize with passenger trains.
To ensure they arrived at destinations quickly.
To maintain the cooling system by refueling with ice.
To avoid traffic on the railways.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a key factor in the design of the refrigerated boxcar?
The integration of an icing system.
The use of lightweight materials.
Its capacity to hold large quantities of goods.
Its ability to travel at high speeds.
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