The Louisiana Purchase

Who had control of the Louisiana territory from 1682 to 1762?

• Spanish

• British

• Dutch

• French

What event led to the French losing control of the Louisiana territory?

• Spanish-American War

• French and Indian War

• French Revolution

• American Revolution

Which country took control of the Louisiana territory as a result of the Treaty of Paris of 1763?

• France

• Portugal

• Spain

• Britain

Who secretly acquired the Louisiana territory from Spain in late 1800?

• Robert Livingston

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• James Monroe

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the original purpose of Napoleon's acquisition of the Louisiana territory?

• To strengthen French colonies in the Caribbean

• To establish a new capital for France

• To expand French influence in Europe

• To support American independence

How much did the United States pay for the entire Louisiana territory?

• $5 million

• $15 million

• $20 million

• $10 million

When did the U.S. Senate officially ratify the treaty for the Louisiana Purchase?

• April 30th, 1803

• May 2nd, 1803

• October 20th, 1803

• December, 1803

Which state became the first to enter the union that was part of the Louisiana territory?

• Florida

• Louisiana

• Texas

• California