One list should contain at least four reasons that farmers were discontent with the situations they faced at this time, and the other list should contain at least four evaluations of the validity of their complaints.

The transcontinental railroad provided a means of fast transportation. it cut a 6 month trip into 6 days, created jobs for many people and encouraged immigration. the homestead act played a huge role in western expansion; it allowed settlers to begin a fresh start, and gave them land in exchange for their residence for up to five years and a small fee.

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