Which of the following was NOT a law designed to promote settlement of the West?

A) Homestead Act of 1862
B) Timber Culture Act of 1873
C) Miner Compensation Act of 1859
D) Timber and Stone Act of 1878
E) Desert Land Act of 1877


Answer: C) Miner Compensation Act of 1859

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