Under the Dawes Act of 1887

question 5

Multiple Choice

Under the Dawes Act of 1887,

• A)nearly 100 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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