Question

Which were results of the construction of the transcontinental railroad?

Choose all answers that are correct.

A.
The rail line crossed long-established Native American trails and disturbed buffalo-hunting grounds.

B.
When the line was completed, Americans were so pleased that they reelected President Lincoln for a second term.

C.
The railroad opened up the Great Plains and the West Coast to waves of new immigrants from Europe.

D.
Railroad owners Leland Stanford and Thomas Durant were convicted of bribery and sent to prison.

Answer 1

The right answer for the question that is being asked and shown above is that: "B. When the line was completed, Americans were so pleased that they reelected President Lincoln for a second term. D. Railroad owners Leland Stanford and Thomas Durant were convicted of bribery and sent to prison."

Answer 2

Answer:

C.The railroad opened up the Great Plains and the West Coast to waves of new immigrants from Europe.

Explanation:

When the Transcontinental Railroad was finished transportation across America became easier, more goods were able to travel long distances for a shorter time which helped the development of industries and businesses.

The Transcontinental Railroad also made possible for the West to develop and catch up with the Eastern lifestyle, first because along the railroads cities started to develop and workers were needed which helped waves of immigrants from Europe.