How did the U. S. Constitution solve a problem created by the Articles of Confederation? A) It avoided the issue of states’ rights
B) It prevented the amendment of federal laws
C) It allowed the states to elect representatives
D) It enabled the federal government to collect taxes

The transcontinental railroad provided a means of fast transportation. it cut a 6 month trip into 6 days, created jobs for many people and encouraged immigration. the homestead act played a huge role in western expansion; it allowed settlers to begin a fresh start, and gave them land in exchange for their residence for up to five years and a small fee.

france,russia and prussia had absolute monarchy and it meant:

no sharing of powerbuild large large militaryestablish religious uniformity..

when louis xiv inherited the throne, he was able to serve as his chief minister.louis xiv ruled as an absolute monarch.