Explain why there were changes in the way religion affected law enforcement in the years c1000-c1700

Throughout the period c1000-c1500, the Church was an extremely powerful institution, which controlled peoples' thoughts and actions. For this reason, the Church was an important factor influencing change and continuity in crime and punishment. The clergy were often the most educated members of a community

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.