What problems did the Cascades cause in the railroad’s first three years? Check all that apply.

Question

Rockslides often delayed trips through the mountains.
It was difficult to build a pass through the rugged slopes.
Hot temperatures in the summer warped the train tracks.
Avalanches in the winter could trap a train for days at a time.
Tornadoes sometimes ripped up tracks and derailed the trains.

Answer 1

The problems that the Cascades caused in the railroad’s first three years include:

• Rockslides often delayed trips through the mountains.
• It was difficult to build a pass through the rugged slopes.
• Avalanches in the winter could trap a train for days at a time.

The other options regarding hot temperatures warping train tracks and tornadoes ripping up tracks are less common issues related to the Cascades specifically.