Embargo Act Video Review

Who was the President of the United States during the Embargo Act of 1807?

• John Adams

• James Madison

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

What was Napoleon's goal with the Continental System?

• To form an alliance with Great Britain

• To cut off trade with Great Britain

• To sell goods to Great Britain

• To increase trade with Great Britain

What was the main economic activity in the United States during the early 1800s?

• Technology

• Tourism

• Agriculture and raw material export

• Manufacturing

What was the primary effect of the Embargo Act of 1807 on American merchants?

• It stopped them from trading with any nation

• It allowed them to trade freely

• It increased their profits

• It encouraged them to trade only with Great Britain

What was one of the political impacts of the Embargo Act of 1807?

• It strengthened Thomas Jefferson's presidency

• It led to a call for war against Great Britain

• It improved relations with France

• It had no impact on politics