Why did Americans feel that the deportation of Alien Reds was necessary? A). Assimilation programs in the United States had been unsuccessful
B). Communists were infiltrating the United States
C). Economic decline had increased the competition for jobs
D). Political machines had too much power in urban areas

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.