Reasons for Early Homesteader Failure
Which of the following best explains why many early homesteaders failed?
A
Southern congressmen strongly opposed homesteading and actively legislated against it.
B
The construction of the Transcontinental Railroad fragmented the open range and reduced available grazing land.
C
Many were recent immigrants who lacked proficiency in the English language.
D
The land was highly arid, making irrigation essential for successful farming.
E
Many were formerly enslaved individuals who lacked necessary agricultural and business experience.
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