They began go west instead of south
The economical boost of selling of cotton lead to the cotton gin being created during this period of time. Unfortunately, more cotton being produced meant more slaves being needed.
The Grange informed members on issues that affected them. It raised questions on issues that would become the basis of the Populist Party.
The Treaty of Paris, ending the Spanish-American War, was signed on December 10. Spain gave up Guam, Puerto Rico, its possessions in the West Indies, and the Philippines in exchange for a U.S. payment of $20 million. The United States occupied Cuba but, as provided for in the Teller Amendment, did not try to annex it.
I think the answer will be B