Why did Indian lands once thought worthless become appealing in the late nineteenth century?
A)Americans got to know Native Americans better as they got closer in touch with them.
B)The challenges farmers faced in the Great Plains prompted them to copy Indian practices.
C)The Homestead and Desert Lands Acts contributed to changing perceptions of "the Great American Desert."
D)The climate on Indian lands proved to be far more healthful and beneficial than that of the Northeast.

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The Homestead and Desert Lands Acts played a significant role in changing perceptions of lands previously considered worthless, including those designated as "the Great American Desert," by offering incentives for settlement and cultivation, thereby making these lands appealing for development and settlement.

Why Did Indian Lands Once Thought Worthless Become Appealing in the Late