Term for Identification:  Homestead Act​

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Term for identification:  Homestead Act​

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Definitions:

Punishing

The act of imposing a penalty or sanction on someone as retribution for an offense or wrongdoing.

Harsh Penalties

Severe punishments or consequences imposed for violations of laws or regulations.

Congress

The national legislative body of the United States, consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives.

Slave Markets

Places where enslaved individuals were bought and sold.