Question

Why was the North opposed to the cheap sale of land in the West?

Answer 1

You are in favor of low prices for western lands sold in large tracts (640+ acres). You support the availability of these lands because some Southeastern lands are wearing out. Since you believe that cotton is essential to the growth of the South and the economic health of the nation, the replacement of worn out lands with large tracts of western lands suitable for plantation agriculture is vital. The future growth of the southern economy depends on this issue.