North and South Dakota were able to apply for statehood because of:
- the success of large cattle ranches
- the expansion of railroad lines
- the passing of the Homestead Act
The white population of North and South Dakota grew from the late 1800s onwards because:
- the Homestead Act allowed many to claim land in Dakota from the federal government and so attracted people
- an increase in the number of railroad tracks in the territory meant that people could easily get to the state
- people who claimed land and went into cattle ranching were reporting good profits and so this inspired more people to move to the Dakotas
In conclusion, North And South Dakota were able to apply for statehood when their white population increased as a result of the Homestead Act, an increase in railroad lines and success in cattle farming.
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