Louisiana, Florida, and Texas

Before the early 1800s, which two countries claimed the Louisiana Territory?

• France and Spain

• Russia and Mexico

• Canada and Mexico

• The US and Great Britain

How did the Louisiana Purchase affect the United States?

• It led to war.

• It doubled the nation's size.

• It limited trade opportunities.

• It led to the discovery of a water route across the country.

Which president negotiated the Louisiana Territory?

• George Washington

• James Madison

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

In the treaty negotiation, how much money did the US agree to give France?

• 100 million

• 55 million

• 25 million

• 15 million

Which historic figure sold Louisiana to the US?

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• King George III

• Thomas Jefferson

• King Louis 16

Who were the Seminoles helping that caused a problem for plantation owners in Georgia?

• Cherokees

• Runaway Slaves

• Cattle Thieves

• Gold Prospectors

What was one reason the United States wanted to acquire Florida?

• to increase the population

• to end raids on Georgia farms

• to control the Mississippi River

• to provide a short route to Europe

Who invaded Florida to deal with the Seminole and runaway enslaved people, even though he was ordered to stay out of Florida?

• Horatio Gates
• George Washington
• Andrew Jackson
• George Rogers Clark

From which European country does the U.S. acquire Florida in 1819?

• Spain

• France

• Britain

• Canada

How much did the US give Spain forFlorida?

• $3 million

• $10 million

• $5 million

• $15 million