Chicago's Access to Other Areas of the Country Through Railroads

question 5

Multiple Choice

Chicago's access to other areas of the country through railroads and water systems allowed it to become

• A) the largest service center in America.
• B) a large manufacturing center.
• C) the primary destination of immigrants.
• D) the most advanced technological city.

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