Which is the best description of a scorched earth policy? the burning of fields in preparation for planting the destruction of an opponent’s resources the mobilization of a nation’s resources in war the effort to switch from farming to manufacturing

The transcontinental railroad provided a means of fast transportation. it cut a 6 month trip into 6 days, created jobs for many people and encouraged immigration. the homestead act played a huge role in western expansion; it allowed settlers to begin a fresh start, and gave them land in exchange for their residence for up to five years and a small fee.