What Did Americans Consider the Most Important Benefit of the Louisiana

question 60

Multiple Choice

What did Americans consider the most important benefit of the Louisiana Purchase?

• A) It ensured an essential marketplace for western farmers.
• B) It provided essential raw materials.
• C) It allowed friendly Native Americans to become part of the United States.
• D) It provided access to many more bison.
• E) It provided land for railroads.

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