What Was Jefferson's Response to the Attack on the USS

question 53

Multiple Choice

What was Jefferson's response to the attack on the USS Chesapeake by the British ship Leopard?

• A) He imposed an embargo, cutting off all American exports and imports.
• B) He asked Congress to declare war on France.
• C) He sent John Jay to negotiate a settlement with Britain.
• D) He did nothing, waiting to see what Britain would do next.

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