Question

question 5

which of the following events resulted in western lands being given away for a nominal fee to independent adults who could improve on them?

• the indian wars
• the morrill act
• the homestead act
• the treaty of fort laramie

Explanation:

Analyze the question requirements

The question asks for the event that resulted in Western lands being given away for a nominal fee to independent adults who could "improve" on them.

Evaluate the options

Using the Homestead Act knowledge point

• The Indian Wars: Armed conflicts between the US government/settlers and Native Americans over land control.
• The Morrill Act: Provided land grants to states to establish colleges specializing in agriculture and the mechanic arts.
• The Homestead Act: Passed in 1862, this act allowed any adult citizen (or intended citizen) who had never borne arms against the US government to claim 160 acres of surveyed government land for a nominal filing fee, provided they improved the land by building a dwelling and cultivating it.
• The Treaty of Fort Laramie: Agreements between the US government and Native American tribes establishing territorial boundaries.

Select the correct option

The description matches the Homestead Act of 1862.

Answer:

• The Indian Wars
• The Morrill Act
• The Homestead Act (Correct answer)
• The Treaty of Fort Laramie