Chapter 9 Test

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As a result of the Louisiana Purchase, the United States

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doubled in size.

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One of Thomas Jefferson’s goals as President was to

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reduce the power of the federal government.

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From which foreign nation did the United States purchase Louisiana?

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France

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Why did conflicts between Native Americans and settlers grow after 1800?

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Settlers’ took away lands and resources from Native Americans

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Which of the following was NOT an effect of the Lewis and Clark expedition?
- increased knowledge about plant and animal life in the West
- increased knowledge about Native American cultures
- a map showing a route to the Pacific Ocean

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immediate settlement of western lands by pioneers

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Which of the following was a result of the Embargo Act? It increased Jefferson’s popularity with New England merchants., It badly hurt American shipping and agricultural activities., It increased American trade with non-European nations., It led to Jefferson’s defeat in the election of 1808.

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It badly hurt American shipping and agricultural activities.

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Which of the following is a way that BOTH Britain and France ignored American neutrality? Options: Both demanded a yearly bribe from the United States., Both impressed American sailors into the service of their navies., Both captured American ships bound for Europe., Both used an embargo to hinder American economic growth.

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Both captured American ships bound for Europe.

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Which action BEST reflects Jefferson’s determination to reduce the size and power of the federal government?

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He cut the size of the Navy.

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Lewis and Clark explored a water route to the Pacific Ocean. How would such a route have benefited overseas trade?

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It would have provided a more direct route to markets in China and India.

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Which statement BEST describes conditions in the United States as it entered the War of 1812? Options: Canadians were calling for American help to remove British rule. The free market had produced a strong economy based on worldwide trade. A small army and navy lacked the training to face the British military. People from all regions of the country were united in favor of the war.

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A small army and navy lacked the training to face the British military.