Which statement correctly evaluates why successful crop farming never expanded onto the Great and Central Plains before the late nineteenth century?(1 point)

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The region had a semiarid climate without enough rainfall for farming.
The region had a semiarid climate without enough rainfall for farming.

The region experienced seasonal wildfires that destroyed crops.
The region experienced seasonal wildfires that destroyed crops.

The region was home to vast cattle herds that trampled crops.
The region was home to vast cattle herds that trampled crops.

The region was home to vast bison herds that trampled crops.

Answer 1

The correct statement is:

The region had a semiarid climate without enough rainfall for farming.

This accurately explains why successful crop farming did not expand in the Great and Central Plains before the late nineteenth century. The semiarid conditions limited the amount of moisture available for crops, making successful agriculture challenging.