What were the initial challenges of constructing an effective railroad system?

Answer 1

Where and when?

Answer 2

Early Mid-1800's before the civil war and doesn't state where

Answer 3

Let us know what you learn. Skip the first, and read the others.

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Answer 4

I learned that During construction the railroads weren't always safe so you couldn't rely on your safety. There also wasn't a standard gauge, set and each different railroad system used a different gauge. Railroad workers will learn to create solid railroads soon.

Answer 5

Remember — you're to be concentrating on the difficulties "of constructing an effective railroad system" coast to coast, not riding on the trains.

If you want to write about the safety aspect, are you referring to the workers or the passengers?

How do the different gauges produce difficulties… ?

In other words, be really specific and make sure you're focusing on the construction of the railroad.