The Louisiana Purchase Quiz

What was the primary reason for France selling the Louisiana territory to the United States?

• France wanted to focus on its colonies in Asia.

• The territory was not valuable to France.

• Napoleon needed funds for wars in Europe.

• France wanted to strengthen its alliance with the U.S.

How did the Louisiana Purchase affect the size of the United States?

• It doubled the size of the nation.

• It had no effect on the nation's size.

• It halved the size of the nation.

• It tripled the size of the nation.

Which river's control was crucial for American farmers and merchants after the Louisiana Purchase?

• The Missouri River

• The Ohio River

• The Colorado River

• The Mississippi River

What belief was fueled by the Louisiana Purchase, encouraging Americans to move westward?

• Federalism

• Manifest Destiny

• Isolationism

• Mercantilism

What was one negative consequence of the Louisiana Purchase for Native American tribes?

• Increased trade opportunities

• Gaining new territories

• Displacement and exploitation

• Peaceful coexistence with settlers