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. For "The expansion of railways meant manufacturers could ship goods cheaply": Railroads reduced transportation costs and increased efficiency, so manufacturers could ship goods at lower costs. This is true.
2. For "The lifestyle of American Indians living in the West was unaffected by railway expansion": Railway expansion led to increased settlement, loss of land, and disruption of traditional ways of life for American Indians. So this is false.
3. For "The building of the railroads changed the environment of the West": Railroad construction involved land clearing, altering ecosystems, and facilitating settlement that further impacted the environment. This 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)

So the true statements are:

• The expansion of railways meant manufacturers could ship goods cheaply.
• The building of the railroads changed the environment of the West.