Under the Dawes Act of 1887

question 32

Multiple Choice

Under the Dawes Act of 1887,

• A) nearly 100 million acres of Indian territories were opened for public purchase.
• B) "squatters" rights were legally recognized.
• C) substantial tracts of land were granted to western railroads.
• D) 160 acres was granted to anyone who agreed to plant trees on at least 40 acres.

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