Louisiana Purchase, Statehood & Battle of New Orleans

What British action angered the Americans the most and ultimately resulted in the War of 1812?

• The British seized the American sailors.

• The British provided support of Native Americans resistance/uprisings.

• The British disagreed with the Louisiana Purchase.

• They forced American sailors to serve in their navy.

Who was elected the first governor after Louisiana became a state?

• Nobody

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• James Madison

• William C.C. Claiborne

Who was the president of the U.S when Louisiana became a state?

(a)  

How did the U.S acquire West Florida?

• The land was given to the governor.

• They fought for it.

• They just took it.

Which term describes the seizure of American sailors by the British who then made them serve in the British navy?

• Impressment

• Captivity

• Slavery

• Confinement

What was another name for the War of 1812?

(a)  

What some requirements did Louisiana have to take in order to become a state in the Union?

• 600,000 population

• 100,000 population

• one delegate for every 1,200 residents

• 1,000 slaves

• a constitution drafted by the delegates

When did Louisiana become a state?

• April 30, 1812

• July 4, 1776

• May 2, 1811

• March 7, 1812

Why was the date chosen?

• The anniversary of the Louisiana Purchase.

• They just liked the date.

• They voted on it