The British Policy of Impressment Was Functionally Equivalent to

question 90

Multiple Choice

The British policy of impressment was functionally equivalent to

• A) a naval blockade.
• B) an economic boycott.
• C) a forced enlistment.
• D) diplomatic negotiations.
• E) a formal declaration of war on the United States.

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