A New Revolution

Question 1

In the year 1883, who was responsible for creating the first system of time zones in the United States?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: The railroad industry

Question 2

Think about how railroads changed and developed. Check all of the statements that match what you’ve learned.

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A: Railroads tried to become more versatile.; C: Americans began to measure time using time zones.; D: Rail travel became safer.

Question 3

Think about what you’ve learned about the role of railroads in helping make resources available. Check all of the statements that are true.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: Railroads helped Americans access new sources of raw materials.; C: New cities grew into manufacturing centers that refined natural resources.; D: Trains required more materials to run and to be built, helping industries grow.

Question 4

Which reasons did you include in your answer?

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A: Railcars and tracks were made from steel.; B: Bridges used by railroads were made from steel.; C: Railroads transported the raw materials needed to make steel.; D: Railroads transported finished steel goods.

Question 5

Which of the following were effects of the growth of agriculture in the Midwest?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: Safer and more versatile railroads made it easier to travel and settle the West.; B: Refrigerator cars helped the meatpacking industry to grow.; C: Longer rail lines made it easier to send crops to markets.; D: New railroads brought minerals and raw materials to iron and steel mills.

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