What was the primary motivation for the Barbary pirates' attacks on ships?
When Pirates Caused the United States to Go to War

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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To spread their religion
To collect taxes
To kidnap passengers for ransom
To expand their territory
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why did the United States struggle initially against the Barbary pirates?
They had no allies in Europe
They lacked a strong navy and funds for bribes
They underestimated the pirates' strength
They were focused on internal conflicts
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was Thomas Jefferson's response to Youssef Koramanli's demand for more money?
He sought help from European allies
He refused to pay and sent a naval squadron
He declared war on Tripoli
He agreed to pay the demanded amount
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What significant event occurred in October during the Barbary Wars?
The capture of the USS Philadelphia
The blockade of Algiers
The signing of a peace treaty
The defeat of the Barbary pirates
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the outcome of the Battle of Derna?
Tripoli surrendered unconditionally
The United States withdrew from the conflict
American forces raised their flag on foreign soil
The pirates captured more American ships
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How did the United States ensure peace with Algiers after the War of 1812?
By paying a large ransom
By signing a treaty guaranteeing shipping rights
By withdrawing all naval forces
By forming an alliance with Britain
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was a key difference between the first and second Barbary Wars?
The second war was longer
The United States had a stronger navy in the second war
The second war involved more European countries
The second war was fought on American soil
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