A major result of the Homestead Act of 1862 was the increased development of Western lands. The Act provided 160 acres of public land to settlers for a small fee, encouraging westward expansion and settlement.
Which was a major result of the Homestead Act of 1862? (1 point) Responses increased public awareness of the need for conservation of natural resources increased public awareness of the need for conservation of natural resources increased development of Western lands increased development of Western lands decreased conflicts between Native Americans and white settlers decreased conflicts between Native Americans and white settlers decreased economic opportunities for easterners
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