Each of the Three Major Waves in 19^th-Century Railroad Construction

question 21

Multiple Choice

Each of the three major waves in 19^th-century railroad construction ended due to

• A) a major financial crisis in the U.S.
• B) the involvement of the U.S. in a military conflict.
• C) labor unrest that led to work stoppages.
• D) shortages of iron.

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