The Morill Land-Grant Act of 1862 was passed alongside the Homestead Act to:
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Correct answer: Fund agricultural and mechanical colleges through the sale of federal land
The government realized that settlers needed scientific knowledge to successfully farm the harsh Western environment. This act helped establish institutions like Texas A&M and Michigan State to promote agricultural research.
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