Which statement best identifies a positive effect of westward expansion in the years before the civil war? a) westward expansion led to loss of life and territory for the native americans. b) westward expansion added to the growing conflict between "free" and "slave" states before the civil war. c) westward expansion led to an economic "boom" in the midwest, as new cities and markets were connected by rail and canals. d) westward expansion led to increased numbers of slaves in the west, as southern cotton planters sought new lands to make greater profits. eliminate

Interest groups representing businesses and investors are often among the most successful lobbying groups for all of the following reasons, except a. such groups have the financial resources to mount sustained campaigns on their own behalf b. these groups' members contribute heavily to many legislators' campaigns and in so doing gain greater access to legislators c. these groups have often been in existence for decades, allowing them to both master the legislative system and develop close ties with legislators d. the members of these groups make up the majority of voters in many districts

Briefly explain one example of an antitrust effort from 1865 to 1900

Georgia experienced its worst recorded drought during 1930 and 1931. what conclusion can you make as to how the drought affected georgia?