What was one advantage of being a member of the second estate? having access to the king being a small part of the population being able to participate in business or trade having extensive privileges

D. or trade having extensive privileges

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.