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Population and Immigration — Quiz

Question 6 • Principles of American Democracy

The transcontinental railroad was built with the help of immigrants from which country?

Answer
A
Ireland
B
India
C
China
D
Germany

Explanation

Chinese immigrants made up a large share of the workforce that built the western portion of the transcontinental railroad. They performed difficult and dangerous work, including blasting tunnels through the Sierra Nevada. The correct choice is China.

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