Inside the world’s largest model railroad, Northlandz

Inside the world’s largest model railroad, Northlandz

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Arts, Architecture, Engineering, Other

11th Grade - University

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Northlands, located in Flemington, NJ, is the world's largest model railroad. The creator, passionate about trains since childhood, expanded his home over 18 years to accommodate his growing hobby. Eventually, he built Northlands, featuring 85-90 trains, 40,000 feet of track, 4,000 buildings, and over 400 bridges. Despite going into debt and facing skepticism, the creator's wife supported his vision. Northlands is an artistic endeavor meant to bring joy to visitors.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired the creation of Northlands?

A passion for art

A desire to build a theme park

A love for architecture

A childhood fascination with trains

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many trains are typically operated at Northlands on any given day?

50 to 60

95 to 100

70 to 80

85 to 90

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the approximate length of track inside Northlands?

20,000 feet

30,000 feet

40,000 feet

50,000 feet

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of others to the financial investment in Northlands?

They were indifferent

They thought it was a wise investment

They were supportive

They believed it was a risky endeavor

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the one person that supported the creator's vision for Northlands?

His business partner

His brother

His wife

His friend