Do You Know Your Trucking History?: U.S. Trucking and Highway Policy Changes 1910–1956

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1 / 10

In 1955, what percentage of truck travel on main rural roads involved trips crossing state lines?

30 percent

55 percent

70 percent

18 percent

2 / 10

What was the main concern of the trucking industry about the Fallon Bill’s proposed highway funding in 1955?

That it would require trucks to use only toll roads.

That it would require all trucks to be electric.

That the proposed taxes would fall disproportionately on truckers.

That it would ban trucks from city centers.

3 / 10

According to a 1955 survey, what percentage of truck travel on main rural roads was performed by private haulers?

73 percent

55 percent

27 percent

30 percent

4 / 10

During the planning of the Interstate System in the 1940s, what did the Interregional Highways report incorrectly predict about the future of long-distance trucking?

That trucks would be banned from city terminals.

That trucks would primarily serve rural areas.

That there would not be an increasing range of long-distance truck movements.

That trucks would replace trains for all freight.

5 / 10

Why did the railroad industry argue for higher taxes on trucks in the 1950s?

They wanted to fund airport construction.

They sought to subsidize passenger rail.

They believed trucks were not being taxed enough to cover highway costs.

They wanted to eliminate trucks from highways.

6 / 10

What compromise did the trucking industry accept in 1956 to help fund the Interstate System?

A schedule of tax increases including fuel, rubber, and new vehicle excise taxes.

A reduction in allowable truck weights.

A ban on trucks over 10 tons.

Mandatory tolls for all trucks.

7 / 10

What was the main reason the Bureau of Public Roads in 1939 recommended toll-free express highways instead of toll roads?

Toll roads were illegal at the time.

Toll roads were more expensive to build.

Toll roads were only suitable for passenger vehicles.

Toll roads would repel traffic due to low incomes.

8 / 10

In the early 20th century, why did road builders and truck manufacturers agree to limit truck capacity to 7½ tons?

To balance the cost of highways with vehicle operation costs.

To match railroad freight car capacities.

To avoid damaging city bridges.

To comply with federal law.

9 / 10

During World War I, why did trucks become essential for interstate freight transportation in the United States?

Railroads were stretched beyond their capacity due to the war effort.

Trucks were faster than trains for long hauls.

Airplanes replaced trains for most freight.

Canals were frozen and unusable.

10 / 10

How did the average load carried by combination trucks change from 1936 to 1955?

It decreased by 20 percent.

It increased by 10 percent.

It increased by 60 percent.

It stayed the same.

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