Why was the Transcontinental Railroad considered a major milestone for the United States? Select all that apply.

Question

Businesses could transport goods across the entire country, expanding their reach.

The completion of the railroad allowed for a much easier method for the shipment of goods.

The completion allowed people to contribute and interact in places outside of their local economy.

The railroad led to a decrease in automobile production as a means of transportation.

Answer 1

The Transcontinental Railroad was considered a major milestone for the United States for the following reasons:

1. Businesses could transport goods across the entire country, expanding their reach.
2. The completion of the railroad allowed for a much easier method for the shipment of goods.
3. The completion allowed people to contribute and interact in places outside of their local economy.

The statement about the railroad leading to a decrease in automobile production as a means of transportation is not applicable, as the automobile era came later and was influenced by other factors. Therefore, the last option would not be considered a reason why the Transcontinental Railroad was a milestone.