Louisiana Purchase

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What was the Louisiana Purchase?

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The Louisiana Purchase was a land deal in 1803 where the United States bought a large territory from France, doubling the size of the U.S.

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Who was the President during the Louisiana Purchase?

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Thomas Jefferson was the President who arranged the Louisiana Purchase.

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Why was New Orleans an important port?

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New Orleans was important because it was the main center for trade along the Mississippi River.

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Which country did the U.S. buy the Louisiana Territory from?

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The United States purchased the Louisiana Territory from France.

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Who negotiated the Louisiana Purchase for the U.S.?

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Robert Livingston was the Ambassador to France who negotiated the Louisiana Purchase.

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What year did the Louisiana Purchase happen?

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The Louisiana Purchase occurred in 1803.

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What was one effect of the Louisiana Purchase?

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One effect of the Louisiana Purchase was that it doubled the size of the United States.

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What river was important for trade in the Louisiana Purchase?

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The Mississippi River was important for trade in the Louisiana Purchase.

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What did the U.S. gain from the Louisiana Purchase?

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The U.S. gained a vast amount of land, including parts of 15 current states.

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Who was the leader of France during the Louisiana Purchase?

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Napoleon Bonaparte was the leader of France during the Louisiana Purchase.