Which of the following statements accurately describes trains by the 1850s?
A) They moved much slower than stagecoaches and steamboats.
B) Their role in transporting people west helped protect Native American culture.
C) They failed to reduce transportation costs.
D) They could operate year-round and on all types of terrain.
E) They transported only freight, not people.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

By the 1850s, trains had become capable of operating year-round and on all types of terrain, making them a reliable and efficient mode of transportation for both goods and people.

Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes Trains by the 1850s