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The transcript describes a major crisis in the nation's railway system, where a 227,000-mile network was crippled due to a labor dispute. Despite last-minute efforts, negotiations between railway management and labor failed, leading to a significant strike. This resulted in temporary rail paralysis across 48 states, causing uncertainty and travel disruptions for several days.

What was the extent of the railway system affected by the disruption?

• 227 thousand miles

• 100 thousand miles

• 500 thousand miles

• 50 thousand miles

What was the main reason for the railway system's halt?

• Weather conditions

• Technical failures

• Government regulations

• Dispute between management and labor

What was the outcome of the 11th hour efforts to resolve the railway dispute?

• Complete failure

• Partial agreement

• Postponement of talks

• Successful resolution

How many states were affected by the travel disruptions?

• 10 states

• 48 states

• 24 states

• 36 states

What was the duration of the strike that caused travel uncertainty?

• One week

• Five days

• Two days

• Three days