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Set 4: Command of Evidence (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: B

PASSAGE

The Homestead Act offered 160 acres to settlers. Many lacked resources; land speculators acquired large tracts.

What limitation does the text identify?

A. Too much land given.
B. Equally beneficial to all.✓ Correct
C. Exploited by wealthy speculators.
D. Only for experienced farmers.

Detailed Explanation

Speculators 'acquired large tracts'.

Why others are wrong: