How did the government help build the railroads?

Answer 1

They gave them lots of land to build the tracks on.

Another answer: railroads were given checker-board parcels of land on which to build their road beds, and afterward the railroads could sell the land for profit to settlers.

Answer 2

Immagrents of China were brought over in order to build a part of the railroad. This was however a big disapointment as a result of the income, overall. With what they made, that money was also used for housing, food, and other semi-basics. In all, they didn't make much money.

Answer 3

They helped people in the business industry reach more clients. They also helped supplies be transferred from place to place.

Answer 4

The US government made low cost loans to the railroads. In addition, the railroads were given land grants- large parcels of free land along the railroad route.

Answer 5

c. They gave them lots Of land to build the tracks on.

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