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What was the effect of the Homestead Act on western settlement?

White Americans settled much of the Great Plains.

It slowed the building of the railroads because the best land went to homesteaders.

It brought a great number of settlers to California.

It had little effect on western settlement, but a big impact in the South.

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Answer:

C

Step-by-step explanation:

The homestead act = more land for settlers

California = western

Where was land cheaper at? California.

Best option? California

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