A Changing Nation

Front

What was most significant about the Louisiana Purchase?

Back

It greatly increased the size of the United States.

Front

What reason did Jefferson give for urging passage of the Embargo Act?

Back

to avoid war over seized ships

Front

Which river played an important role in the expeditions of Lewis and Clark?

Back

the Missouri River

Front

What most infuriated Americans about the way that British ships interfered with American trading ships?

Back

impressment