Louisiana Purchase and Its Impact

What was the primary outcome of the Louisiana Purchase for the United States?

• It tripled the size of the US.

• It doubled the size of the US.

• It halved the size of the US.

• It had no impact on the size of the US.

Who first discovered the Louisiana Territory and claimed it for France?

• Renee Rober Cavalier de La Salle

• Thomas Jefferson

• Christopher Columbus

• Napoleon Bonaparte

Which country governed Louisiana before it was sold back to France in 1800?

• Portugal

• Spain

• Britain

• The Netherlands

Why was the port of New Orleans significant to the United States?

• It was a major military base.

• It was a crucial trade hub.

• It was the capital of the US.

• It was a popular tourist destination.

Which language remained official in Louisiana under Spanish rule?

• English

• Italian

• French

• German

What was a significant reason for France selling the Louisiana Territory to the US?

• To reduce population in France

• To fund wars in Europe

• To strengthen ties with Britain

• To expand French colonies in Asia

What was a major challenge faced by French settlers in the Mississippi Valley?

• Lack of water resources

• Overpopulation

• Frequent earthquakes

• Difficult farming conditions

What was one of the options for French settlers after the Louisiana Purchase?

• Join the British army

• Move to Australia

• Settle in South America

• Return to France

What role did Creole people play in Louisiana's culture?

• They were responsible for industrialization.

• They were the main political figures.

• They preserved French cultural heritage.

• They were primarily military leaders.

What was a common occupation for French settlers in Upper Louisiana?

• Fishing

• Shipbuilding

• Fur trading

• Mining