Throughout the 1800s, why did areas like New Mexico, Texas, and California attract settlers? A
The Spanish government was encouraging people to settle the area.
B
They provided an abundance of affordable land and resources.
C.
The Mexican government was unwilling to develop these lands.
The congress has passed the new Manifest Destiny laws

I would guess D

Explanation:

your answer will most likely be a.

the right answer is the third one: turnpikes went short distances to connect markets. turnpikes, also known as toll roads, were very important for trade and transportation (of people, goods and products) in the 19th century, coinciding with the expansion towards the west. they contributed significantly to the economic development of the united states.