Which of the following was a characteristic of the 'Transportation Revolution' between 1815 and 1860?
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Correct answer: A dramatic increase in the speed and decrease in the cost of moving goods
The combination of steamboats, canals, and eventually railroads broke the 'isolation of the interior.' This revolution allowed for a truly national market where goods could be moved efficiently and cheaply across the Appalachians.
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