Social Studies Worksheet · Grades 5–8
The Transcontinental Railroad Worksheet
A printable social studies worksheet for grades 5-8 on the Transcontinental Railroad. Students learn how two companies and immigrant workers joined the country by rail in 1869, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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Subject
Social Studies
Grades
Grades 5–8
Skill Focus
The Transcontinental Railroad, us history
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
The Transcontinental Railroad was the first railroad to connect the eastern and western United States, completed in 1869. This worksheet teaches the key terms – Central Pacific, Union Pacific, Promontory Summit, and the golden spike.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box explains how the railroad was built. Section A has eight clues to match to the correct term. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with answers for every item. The worksheet pairs well with the Westward Expansion and Transportation History worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review the key terms.
Match each clue to its term in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Westward Expansion Worksheet for what came next.
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The Transcontinental Railroad Worksheet
A printable social studies worksheet for grades 5-8 on the Transcontinental Railroad. Students learn how two companies and immigrant workers joined the country by rail in 1869, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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