What do you think when you see this image and learn that he is only 12 years old? Describe the expression is on his face? Write at least two sentences answering those questions and sharing your feelings. Worth 20 points.

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.