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Urbanization in America — Unit test

Question 15 • TX-US History Studies Since 1877 A

During which decade did transcontinental rail service begin in the United States?

Answer
A
1850–1860
B
1860–1870
C
1870–1880
D
1880–1890

Explanation

The first transcontinental railroad in the United States was completed in 1869, when the Central Pacific and Union Pacific railroads met at Promontory Summit, Utah. Since 1869 falls in the 1860s, the answer is B, 1860–1870.

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