Tensions in the West - Vocab

What is a "Reservation" in the context of U.S. history?

• A place where people make hotel bookings

• Land designated for Native American tribes

• A type of restaurant seating

• A government office

Who is a "Homesteader"?

• A person who builds homes for others

• A farmer who receives land from the government

• A real estate agent

• A person who rents apartments

What was the purpose of the "Homestead Act"?

• To sell land to the highest bidder

• To provide free land to settlers

• To create national parks

• To build military bases

What is the "Transcontinental Railroad"?

• A railway connecting the east and west coasts of the U.S.

• A local subway system

• A train service in Europe

• A tourist attraction

What is a "subsidy"?

• A tax imposed by the government

• A financial aid provided by the government

• A type of loan from banks

• A fee for public services

What is "Mining"?

• The process of planting crops

• The extraction of minerals from the earth

• The construction of buildings

• The study of ancient artifacts

What was the "Battle of the Little Bighorn"?

• A naval battle during World War II

• A conflict between Native Americans and U.S. soldiers

• A civil war battle

• A medieval European battle

Which act provided land to settlers willing to farm it for five years?

• The Land Act

• The Homestead Act

• The Settlement Act

• The Farming Act

What was a significant impact of the Transcontinental Railroad?

• It decreased trade between states

• It increased travel and trade across the U.S.

• It led to the decline of cities

• It was never completed

Why were subsidies important in the 19th century?

• They discouraged business growth

• They provided financial support for industries

• They were used to increase taxes

• They were only given to individuals