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People moved from the East to the West in the U.S. mainly for opportunity and land*. Key reasons include:

1- The Gold Rush (1849): Drew thousands seeking wealth in California.

2- Cheap or free land:** Offered through policies like the **Homestead Act (1862)**.

3-Expansion of railroads: Made travel and settlement easier.

4-Manifest Destiny:The belief that Americans were destined to expand westward.

5-Economic opportunity: Farming, mining, and new jobs attracted settlers.

In short, people were chasing a better life, adventure, and the promise of prosperity.

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HonistaApk

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