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Ratification and the Bill of Rights — Unit test

Question 6 • *FL-2100310-United States History Semester 1

Which was an effect of the Land Ordinance of 1785?

Answer
A
It encouraged settlers to fully populate the thirteen states.
B
It brought money to the nation through the sale of public lands.
C
It allowed slavery to spread into the Northwest Territory.
D
It limited the growth of schools and public education.

Explanation

The Land Ordinance of 1785 divided western public land into surveyed townships and sections that could be sold. Selling this land raised money for the national government, so the correct choice is “It brought money to the nation through the sale of public lands.” The ordinance also set aside land in each township to support public schools, rather than limiting education.

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