The statements that best describe how the Northwest Ordinance established a method for settlement are:
- It provided a procedure whereby new states could become part of the United States.
- It established laws that gave basic rights to settlers.
The Northwest Ordinance was significant in organizing the settlement of the Northwest Territory and included provisions for the creation of new states, as well as guaranteeing certain rights and freedoms to settlers, such as freedom of religion and the right to a jury trial. The other statements are not accurate representations of the Northwest Ordinance's provisions.