Exploring the Louisiana Purchase and Beyond

Who was the President of the United States during the Louisiana Purchase?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• George Washington

Which country did the US purchase the Louisiana Territory from?

• Mexico

• France

• Spain

• Great Britain

What was the main reason Jefferson wanted to purchase New Orleans and the surrounding territory?

• To gain more farmland

• For shipping and trade purposes

• To find gold

• To increase military presence

Which event inspired the Haitian Revolution?

• The American Revolution

• The Russian Revolution

• The French Revolution

• The Spanish-American War

What was the outcome of the Haitian Revolution for France?

• France gained more territories

• It had no impact

• France lost control of Haiti

• France expanded its slave trade

Why did Napoleon decide to sell the Louisiana Territory?

• He was unable to control the territory

• He wanted to build a stronger alliance with the US

• He needed funds for wars in Europe

• He lost interest in the American continent

How much did the US agree to pay for the Louisiana Territory?

• $20 million

• $10 million

• $5 million

• $15 million

What was a major challenge Jefferson faced after purchasing the Louisiana Territory?

• Dealing with Native American tribes

• Finding people to move there

• The constitutionality of the purchase

• Conflict with France

Who led the expedition to explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory?

• Pike and Fremont

• Armstrong and Aldrin

• Columbus and Magellan

• Lewis and Clark

What was the main goal of the Lewis and Clark expedition?

• To establish trade with China

• To claim land for the US

• To search for gold and silver

• To find a water route to the Pacific