Question

You live in Utah near the new Transcontinental Railroad. Write a letter to a friend in the East about the project. Explain what it means now that people can travel back East or go farther west by train. Be sure to include negative as well as positive effects resulting from the new technology.

Answer 1

Dear Friend,

It's great to hear from you! I'm sure you've heard about the Transcontinental Railroad that has recently been built here in Utah. It's been a long time coming, and now we finally have a way to get back East or go even further West by train.

The development of the Transcontinental Railroad has had both positive and negative effects - though it has made travel much easier, it has also increased competition amongst railway companies, which has led to layoffs for some workers. On the other hand, the railway has opened up opportunities for job growth in industry-related positions, and has significantly reduced travel times between far-flung destinations.

Overall, the new technology has allowed us to connected distant places faster than ever before, and that has been a huge benefit for our community.

I look forward to hearing from you soon!

Cheers,

[Your Name]