The early nineteenth century in America is known as the "turnpike era" because
A. the federal government provided free land to road construction companies.
B. most towns and villages became connected by a network of inexpensive roads.
C. Americans stopped transporting goods by canal in favor of roads.
D. many roads were built for profit by private companies.
E. concrete was first developed as a long-life road surface.
Answer: D
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