Why did the United States push for control of the Oregon Country?

Increased American settlement in the Pacific Northwest
Increased threat of British attacks on the Louisiana Territory
Discovery of gold in the Rocky Mountains
Need for more territory north of the Missouri Compromise

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Why did the United States push for control of the Oregon Country?

 Increased American settlement in the Pacific Northwest
 Increased threat of British attacks on the Louisiana Territory
 Discovery of gold in the Rocky Mountains
 Need for more territory north of the Missouri Compromise

darrenmadx · Answer

I would eliminate to fourth and third choices. so what do you think it is?

anonymous · Answer

I think it is A the first one.

darrenmadx · Answer

That's right. We wanted more land in the Pacific Northwest

anonymous · Answer

oh ok that was easy thank you