Exploring Early American History: The Louisiana Purchase

Who was the President of the United States in early 1803?

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• John Adams

• George Washington

What significant event was happening in Haiti during this period?

• French Revolution

• American Revolution

• Haitian Revolution

• Industrial Revolution

Which territory did Napoleon decide to sell to the U.S.?

• New Orleans

• The entire Louisiana territory

• Florida

• Alaska

How much was initially offered to purchase New Orleans?

• $5 million

• $10 million

• $15 million

• $20 million

What was the final amount paid for the Louisiana territory?

• $10 million

• $15 million

• $20 million

• $25 million

Which article of the Constitution was closest to supporting the purchase of new territory?

• Article 3

• Article 2

• Article 4

• Article 1

What was Thomas Jefferson's view on the Constitution?

• Moderate interpretation

• Strict interpretation

• Flexible interpretation

• No interpretation needed

What did Jefferson propose due to his constitutional concerns?

• Resign from office

• Amend the Constitution

• Ignore the issue

• Veto the purchase

Who were the leaders of the expedition to explore the new territory?

• Lewis and Clark

• Cook and Peary

• Armstrong and Aldrin

• Columbus and Vespucci

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

• Conquer new lands

• Establish colonies

• Find gold

• Map the territory and establish trade