Facts of the tracks lesson 9: The california Zephyr

A scenic view of the California Zephyr traveling through the majestic Rocky Mountains with a sunset background, showcasing the train and its beautiful surroundings.

Test Your Knowledge of the California Zephyr

Welcome to the California Zephyr quiz! Test your knowledge about this iconic train and its fascinating history.

Answer questions about its routes, history, and unique features! Here’s what you can expect:

8 insightful questions
Multiple choice answers
Learn interesting facts along the way

8 Questions2 MinutesCreated by TravelingWhistle49

On March 19, The California Zephyr was dubbed the most talked train in America. What year did it happen?

1949

1920

1977

1953

The train was scheduled to pass through the most spectacular scenery on its route in the daylight. What year did the original train get ceased?

1983

1970

1966

1947

The current version of the California Zephyr operates partially over the route of what city?

San Francisco

Burlington

Chicago

Colorado

In Summer, the scheduled run of the train was 2,532 miles from chicago to San Francisco which took about 50 hours and 50 minutes. How many days does it take?

3 days

1 week

4 days

2 1/2 days

The Chicago Zephyr ran between Chicago, Illinois, Oakland, California Via Omaha, Denver, Salt Lake City,Winnemucca, Oroville, and what other location?

Pleasanton

Western Pacific

Colorado

Burlington

The Western Pacific' California Zephyr' Vista Domme Car' Silver Crescent Is currently now at?

RCGM

MRGC

CRGM

GCRM

The Zephyrettes performed a wide variety of roles, they surved on the California Zephyr from 1949 until it was discontinued in what year?

1990

1987

1970

1953

Facts of the tracks lesson 9: The california Zephyr

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