Question

question 5
the northwest ordinance did which of the following?
a it allowed for the purchase of land, primarily by small farmers.
b it allowed for the unlimited spread of slavery in the territories.
c it considered the rights of the indians living in the affected territories.
d it provided a mechanism for allowing new states to enter the union.

Explanation:

The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 established a process for admitting new states to the Union from the Northwest Territory. It did not primarily focus on small - farmer land purchase (that was more associated with later acts like the Homestead Act). It prohibited slavery in the Northwest Territory (contradicting option B). And while it had some provisions regarding Native Americans, it did not truly consider their rights in a comprehensive and just way. The key and well - known aspect was the state - admission mechanism.

Answer:

D. It provided a mechanism for allowing new states to enter the union.