Question

Why was it difficult for settlers to take bulky furniture or heavy household goods with them on the journey west?

A. Every inch of space in the wagon was needed for necessary supplies.
B. Other travelers resented sharing a load that contained unnecessary items.
C. Such items were often stolen along the way by other settlers.
D. These items made the travelers feel homesick for life in the east.

Answer 1

A

Step-by-step explanation:

The settlers have to lug this stuff all the way to the end. Unnecessary things were just dead weight, as they didn't need them and they were more trouble than they were worth.

Answer 2

Every inch of space in the wagon was needed for necessary supplies.