Religious fundamentalist interpret religious work literally regardless of time or place within the context of modern society as a fictional guideline for moral living as a call to raise arms against non-believers

Religious fundamentalist interpret religious work literally regardless of time or place within the context, although it should be noted that there are of course exceptions. 

The transcontinental railroad provided a means of fast transportation. it cut a 6 month trip into 6 days, created jobs for many people and encouraged immigration. the homestead act played a huge role in western expansion; it allowed settlers to begin a fresh start, and gave them land in exchange for their residence for up to five years and a small fee.