Question

Why did Jefferson make the Louisiana Purchase?

a He wanted to help the French win the war against Britain.
b He thought that by doing so he could avoid war with France.
c He thought it would be easier than trying to conquer the territory.
d He wanted access to the Caribbean colony of Saint Domingue.

Answer 1

B. 4. Jefferson was interested in buying the Louisiana Purchase because he wanted to make the United States bigger, well-fit, and stronger

Answer 2

He also was interested in the buying the land because he was fearful that foreign countries would control the New Orleans port and start a war.

Answer 3

The french original owed the land. That's what the mean by foreign countries

Answer 4

originally*

Answer 5

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