The "melting pot" model of the late 1800s and early 1900s left out - F African Americans
G Catholic immigrants
H Asian immigrants
I Polish immigrants​

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.