Question
How did the invention of the steam engine affect transportation?
(1 point)
Responses
Robert Fulton’s invention of the steam-powered locomotive made travel across land much quicker.
Robert Fulton’s invention of the steam-powered locomotive made travel across land much quicker.
Henry Shreve’s modified steamboat could carry more without getting stuck on the riverbed.
Henry Shreve’s modified steamboat could carry more without getting stuck on the riverbed.
John Fitch’s steam engine made travel along the river faster, but it was more expensive.
John Fitch’s steam engine made travel along the river faster, but it was more expensive.
DeWitt Clinton’s invention was faster, but people preferred to travel along the rutted roads.
DeWitt Clinton’s invention was faster, but people preferred to travel along the rutted roads.
A B C D! one only
The correct response is:
B. Henry Shreve’s modified steamboat could carry more without getting stuck on the riverbed.