History of Railways

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What was the primary purpose of building railways in many countries?

  • To connect short distances between towns
  • To transport people
  • To carry heavy goods such as coal, iron, and ore (correct)
  • To promote tourism

What was used to pull carriages on the railways in Britain from 1840-1850?

  • Horse-drawn carriages
  • Animal-drawn carts
  • Steam engines (correct)
  • Electric motors

What was the experience of building a railway like for labourers?

  • It was a leisurely activity
  • It was an easy task
  • It required a lot of planning
  • It was a hard work (correct)

What was the primary good transported on the railways in Britain?

<p>Coal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did the first passengers travel on the railways?

<p>In the early 19th century (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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