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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Homesteaders and the Transcontinental Railroad

Question 15 • FL-2100315-United States History CR

Where did the two railroads meet?

Answer
A
Sacramento, California
B
Promontory, Utah
C
Omaha, Nebraska
D
Denver, Colorado

Explanation

The Union Pacific Railroad built west from Omaha, while the Central Pacific built east from Sacramento. They met at Promontory, Utah, where the transcontinental railroad was completed in 1869, so the correct choice is Promontory, Utah.

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