Explain How a Patent Is Obtained

question 18

Essay

Explain how a patent is obtained.

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Definitions:

Gabriel Prosser

An enslaved African American who planned a large slave rebellion in Richmond, Virginia, in 1800; however, the plot was discovered and suppressed.

Treaty Of San Ildefonso

An agreement signed in 1800 between France and Spain, notably including the secret return of the Louisiana territory to France from Spain.

New Orleans

A major city in the state of Louisiana, USA, known for its vibrant music scene, distinct French and Spanish Creole architecture, and its annual Mardi Gras celebration.

Louisiana Purchase

The acquisition of the territory of Louisiana by the United States from France in 1803, doubling the size of the U.S. and opening up the region for westward expansion.