(8.5.3) Louisiana Purchase Flashcard

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The United States purchased the Louisiana Territory from what country?

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France

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In what year did the Louisiana Purchase take place?

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1803

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How much did the United States pay for the Louisiana Territory?

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$15 million

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Why was the port of New Orleans so important?

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It was the main center for trade along the Mississippi river.

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What is represented by "A" on this map? Options: Missouri River, Mississippi River, Ohio River, Columbia River

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Mississippi River

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What is represented by "4" on this map? Options: The United States (before 1803), Louisiana Purchase, Disputed territory (between Britain, the United States, Russia, and Spain), Land controlled by the British (what is Canada today)

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The United States (before 1803)

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What is represented by "6" on this map?

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Land controlled by the British (what is Canada today)

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The Louisiana Purchase ______ the size of the United States.

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doubled

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Why did President Jefferson decide to put together an expedition?

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He wanted to gather information about the land.

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Most of Lewis and Clark's encounters with the Native Americans were:

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Peaceful