Question

According to the passage, what was not result of the presence of many dangers on the journey to California?

• A. Expansion of the population across the entire country
• B. Increased wealth for those living along the Oregan Trail
• C. Decreased immigration to other parts of the country
• D. Improved transportation options between the East Coast and California

Answer 1

The correct option is D Improved transportation options between the East Coast and California

Although a railroad is an improved transportation option considering all the dangers involved in land and boat travels at the time on the way to California, it wasn't built to avoid the dangers. It was built to reduce the travel time. Hence, A is the correct answer.

Other options do not answer the question. They are incorrect.