Which is the BEST description of the effect that the Homestead Act had on the American economy in the late 1800's? a
While the east gradually became more and more urban and industrial, the farmlands of the west became the center of the nation's agricultural production.
b
The Act had positive effect on the social status of minorities and immigrants in American society.
c
The Homestead Act created sectional tension between northern and southern politicians over the issue of slavery's expansion into new territories.
d
The Homestead Act resulted in the near extinction of the western buffalo and had a tremendously negative impact on Native American culture.