Question

determine if the statements about the effects of railroad expansion in the late 1800s are true or false. check off those that are true. the expansion of railways meant manufacturers could ship goods cheaply. the lifestyle of american indians living in the west was unaffected by railway expansion. the building of the railroads changed the environment of the west.

Explanation:

1. The expansion of railways reduced shipping costs, allowing manufacturers to ship goods cheaply, so this statement is true.
2. Railway expansion in the West disrupted the lifestyle of American - Indians as it encroached on their lands and changed their traditional ways of life, so the statement that their lifestyle was unaffected is false.
3. The building of railroads involved land - clearing, bridge - building, and other construction activities which changed the environment of the West, so this statement is true.

Answer:

• The expansion of railways meant manufacturers could ship goods cheaply. - True
• The lifestyle of American Indians living in the West was unaffected by railway expansion. - False
• The building of the railroads changed the environment of the West. - True