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What was the purpose of the Homestead Act?
What was the purpose of the Homestead Act?
- To support the expansion of mining operations
- To promote industrial development in urban areas
- To encourage settlement and farming of western land (correct)
- To establish trade alliances with Native American tribes
How did the Homestead Act impact western migration?
How did the Homestead Act impact western migration?
- It resulted in the relocation of Native American tribes to the eastern states
- It had no impact on the movement of people to the western territories
- It caused a decline in the number of settlers moving westward
- It led to a significant increase in the population of western states (correct)
What were the requirements for obtaining land under the Homestead Act?
What were the requirements for obtaining land under the Homestead Act?
- Serving in the military for at least two years
- Building a home and farming the land for five years (correct)
- Purchasing the land at a discounted price
- Owning a business in the western territories
What impact did the Homestead Act have on Native American tribes?
What impact did the Homestead Act have on Native American tribes?
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What was the purpose of the Homestead Act?
What was the purpose of the Homestead Act?
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How did the Homestead Act impact western migration?
How did the Homestead Act impact western migration?
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What were the requirements for obtaining land under the Homestead Act?
What were the requirements for obtaining land under the Homestead Act?
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How did the Homestead Act impact Native American tribes?
How did the Homestead Act impact Native American tribes?
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