Question

guided practice
why was the land grant college act enacted in 1862?
a. to limit federal authority over state universities and colleges
b. to help states teach agriculture and mechanical arts
c. to fund education in the poorest southern states
d. to help states prevent social disillusionment over increased industrialization

Explanation:

The 1862 Land Grant College Act (Morrill Act) granted federal land to states to establish colleges focused on practical, accessible education in agriculture and mechanical arts, to support a growing industrial and agrarian workforce. Option A is incorrect as it expanded, not limited, federal involvement in higher education. Option C is incorrect because the act was not restricted to the poorest southern states. Option D is incorrect as the act did not address social disillusionment with industrialization.

Answer:

B. to help states teach agriculture and mechanical arts