Unit 2 Topic 1 Review

What was one of the major events during Thomas Jefferson's presidency that influenced the expansion of the United States?

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

• The Louisiana Purchase

• The Boston Tea Party

• The drafting of the Constitution

Which expedition was conducted during Thomas Jefferson's presidency to explore the Northwest of North America?

• Lewis and Clark Expedition

• Dunbar-Hunter Expedition

• Red River Expedition

• Ouachita River Expedition

What was one of the most important aspects of Thomas Jefferson's presidency?

• Expanding the United States through exploration and land acquisition

• Improving relations with Britain

• Establishing a national bank

• Ending the war with France

What problem did Jefferson face regarding the Port of New Orleans?

• It was blocked by Spain for trade

• It was under British control

• It was closed due to a treaty

• It was destroyed by a hurricane

What was the main reason Napoleon offered to sell the entire Louisiana Territory?

• To expand French territory

• Due to loss of St. Domingue and expected war with Britain

• To establish a new colony

• To improve relations with Spain

Who were the explorers asked by Jefferson to explore the southern region of the Louisiana Purchase?

• Lewis and Clark

• William Dunbar and George Hunter

• John Smith and Pocahontas

• Daniel Boone and Davy Crockett

What was the planned route for the Dunbar-Hunter Expedition?

• Travel the Mississippi River to the Great Lakes

• Travel the Red River to the Ouachita River and explore Hot Springs

• Travel the Missouri River to the Pacific Ocean

• Travel the Colorado River to the Grand Canyon

Which expedition is associated with Thomas Jefferson's presidency?

• Lewis and Clark Expedition

• Columbus's Voyage

• The Oregon Trail

• The Gold Rush

What was the purpose of the Twelfth Amendment during Jefferson's presidency?

• To change the process of electing the President and Vice President

• To abolish slavery

• To establish the Supreme Court

• To declare independence from Britain

Who was asked by Jefferson to lead the Red River expedition after Dunbar declined?

• Lewis

• Clark

• Thomas Freeman

• Zebulon Pike