2. a. Who were 2 groups of settlers who moved into Texas Great Plains after the Civil War? b. Why did they come to Texas? Provide at least 2 reasons why they moved to Texas and settled on the Great Plains. (Use Unit 2 Lesson 4)
a. Two groups of settlers who moved into the Texas Great Plains after the Civil War were ranchers and farmers.
b. They came to Texas and settled on the Great Plains for several reasons:
1) Availability of land: The Great Plains offered vast expanses of open land that could be used for ranching and farming. The Homestead Act of 1862 also provided an opportunity for people to claim land and establish their own farms.
2) Economic opportunities: Texas had a growing cattle industry, and the Great Plains provided ample grazing land for ranchers. Additionally, the railroad expansion in the late 19th century opened up new markets for agricultural products, making agriculture a viable and profitable option for settlers.