BETA
Chapter 1
The birth of a concrete giant
Chapter 2
The secret code of the roads
Chapter 3
The heavy toll of progress
Chapter 4
Life in the fast lane
YOUR GOAL
Master of The interstate highway system
Ch 4 · Life in the fast lane
sloane Connect major cities with highways to discover how the interstate system rewired America.
sloane U.S. Interstate Highways
Eisenhower's vision, / Eisenhower's vision, / The biggest project built, / For the open road.
sloane Cheap gas and fast highways led to the rapid decline of American passenger trains.
sloane The interstate system gave rise to fast-food chains and standardized roadside franchises.
Fun Fact
Route 66 bypass: The construction of Interstate 40 completely bypassed and ultimately led to the official decommissioning of historic Route 66.
Glossary
interstate (noun)
One of a system of highways linking major cities in the United States. President Eisenhower championed this high-speed network after witnessing Germany's efficient highway system during World War II.
One of a system of highways linking major cities in the United States. President Eisenhower championed this high-speed network after witnessing Germany's efficient highway system during World War II.
Quiz
What iconic vehicle became the ultimate symbol of the 1960s suburban family road trip?
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What national passenger rail service was created by the US government in 1971 to rescue struggling train lines?
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Which famous fast-food giant grew rapidly by locating its standardized franchises along new interstate exits?
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What is the main goal of integrating 'smart sensors' into modern interstate highway asphalt?
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Which motel chain, founded in 1952, became famous for standardizing clean, affordable lodging near interstate exits?
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What modern technology is being tested under interstate asphalt to charge electric vehicles as they drive?