Question

Which statement compares the impact of the Headright System and the Land Lotteries?

a
Both systems distributed land to settlers and boosted Georgia’s population.
b
Both systems required settlers to buy expensive land.
c
Both systems reduced Georgia’s overall land size.
d
Both systems were based on bribery and corruption.

Answer 1

a

Both systems distributed land to settlers and helped increase Georgia’s population — the Headright System granted parcels to settlers (and those who brought laborers) and the Land Lotteries allotted land to eligible citizens.