Consequences of the Homestead Act on Indigenous Populations

Hard Period 6: 1865–1898 Westward Expansion

In the late 19th century, the United States government implemented a series of policies aimed at promoting westward expansion.

One of the most notable policies was the establishment of the Homestead Act of 1862, which provided opportunities for settlers to acquire land.

However, various groups had differing impacts and responses to this expansion. Understanding these impacts is crucial for analyzing this period in U.S. history.

Which of the following best describes the primary consequence of the Homestead Act of 1862 on indigenous populations?

It significantly improved the economic status of various Native American tribes through land grants.

It led to the forcible removal and further displacement of Native American tribes from their ancestral lands.

It facilitated peace treaties between the U.S. government and Native tribes, promoting coexistence.

It resulted in the establishment of a cooperative farming system between settlers and indigenous peoples.

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