The intention of the Homestead Act was to provide undeveloped land as a solution to economic challenges that many faced in the United States. Which of the following was a flaw in the Act?

The Homestead Act did not allow women, African Americans, or immigrants to acquire land.

People could acquire land but could not afford the necessary tools, seed, and supplies to begin a farm.

Land available under the Homestead Act was not agriculturally fertile.

Railroad companies and other large corporations took advantage of the Act by furthering their profits.

Question

The intention of the Homestead Act was to provide undeveloped land as a solution to economic challenges that many faced in the United States. Which of the following was a flaw in the Act?

 The Homestead Act did not allow women, African Americans, or immigrants to acquire land.

 People could acquire land but could not afford the necessary tools, seed, and supplies to begin a farm.

 Land available under the Homestead Act was not agriculturally fertile.

 Railroad companies and other large corporations took advantage of the Act by  furthering their profits.