Which of the Following Is True Concerning the British Policy

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true concerning the British policy of impressment?

• A) The practice was greatly exaggerated by American politicians seeking votes.
• B) The practice led to a decision by American shippers not to trade with Britain until it was stopped.
• C) The practice made a mockery of U.S. citizenship and was an attack on America's sovereignty.
• D) The practice ended as a result of the treaty negotiated by William Pinckney and James Monroe.

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