the Louisiana Purchase

What was the main reason Thomas Jefferson wanted to buy New Orleans?

• It had a large population of American settlers.

• It was a popular tourist destination.

• It was known for its gold mines.

• It was a major seaport connected to the Mississippi River.

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

• $10 million

• $15 million

• $20 million

• $25 million

Who was the leader of France when the Louisiana Purchase was made?

• Jacques Chirac

• Charles de Gaulle

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• King Louis XVI

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

• To explore the Louisiana Purchase and the Oregon Territory

• To establish new trade routes with Europe

• To find gold in the new territories

• To build new settlements along the Mississippi River

Who joined Lewis and Clark as an interpreter during their expedition?

• Pocahontas

• Sacagawea

• Geronimo

• Sitting Bull

How long did the Lewis and Clark expedition take to reach the Pacific Ocean?

• About six months

• About a year and a half

• About two years

• About three years

What was the outcome of the Louisiana Purchase for the United States?

• It doubled the size of the United States.

• It led to a war with France.

• It resulted in the loss of New Orleans.

• It caused economic problems for the U.S.