America: Growth Of A New Nation 1798-1814 - The Louisiana Purchase

The video discusses the Louisiana Purchase of 1803, a major land deal where the US acquired vast territory from France. Thomas Jefferson, a strict constitutionalist, faced a dilemma as the Constitution did not explicitly allow for such a purchase. Despite this, he proceeded, doubling the size of the US and adding 13 states. The purchase was unprecedented in constitutional law and had significant implications for US expansion and future secession debates. Jefferson's decision is viewed as a political triumph, ending the threat of war with France and opening western lands for settlement.

What was one of Thomas Jefferson's main objectives when he took office?

• To expand the size of the United States

• To abolish the Constitution

• To establish a monarchy

• To reduce the size of the United States

Why was the Louisiana Purchase considered unprecedented in constitutional law?

• It was the first time the U.S. sold land to another country

• The Constitution did not explicitly allow for land purchases

• It involved acquiring land through a treaty

• It was the first time the U.S. declared war on another country

How many states were eventually added to the U.S. as a result of the Louisiana Purchase?

• 5

• 10

• 20

• 13

What was one of the political outcomes of the Louisiana Purchase for President Jefferson?

• It ended the threat of war with France

• It led to his impeachment

• It resulted in the loss of territory

• It caused a civil war

How did Jefferson view his decision to proceed with the Louisiana Purchase?

• He was confident it was constitutionally sound

• He believed it was a mistake

• He thought it was right for the country despite constitutional concerns

• He regretted it immediately