Question

What was the main reason for constructing the transcontinental railroad across the country? (1 point)
Responses

To provide jobs for recent immigrants.
To provide jobs for recent immigrants.

To establish military bases in the West.
To establish military bases in the West.

To create scenic routes for tourists.
To create scenic routes for tourists.

To connect the East and West coasts.

Answer 1

The main reason for constructing the transcontinental railroad across the country was **to connect the East and West coasts**.