What caused a "windy shot"? Why were they SO dangerous? (Site 1)

Which best describes alexis de tocqueville

How did the completion of the transcontinental railroad change the lives of american citizens? a-it increased the wealth of all americans and enabled them to travel more. b-it made cross-country travel too expensive for ordinary americans. c-it decreased the safety of americans who moved to settle the plains. d-it shortened travel time between the east and west for all americans.

On the map above, areas along the coast are colored green (letter b). what type of climate do these areas have? a. arid b. semiarid c. mediterranean d. humid subtropical