Question Why did many people think that the building of the transcontinental railroads was a federal government project? Responses A The states were not involved in this project.The states were not involved in this project. B Private investors were not allowed to buy stock in the railroad companies.Private investors were not allowed to buy stock in the railroad companies. C The federal government hired Irish and Chinese labor to work on the railroads.The federal government hired Irish and Chinese labor to work on the railroads. D Railroad construction companies were heavily subsidized with money and land grants from the federal government.

Answer 1

The correct response is: D Railroad construction companies were heavily subsidized with money and land grants from the federal government.

This response accurately reflects the historical context in which the federal government provided substantial financial incentives and land grants to private companies to facilitate the construction of the transcontinental railroads. This involvement led many people to perceive the project as a federal government initiative.