Why did Jefferson ask Congress to pass the Embargo Act? A. To punish American farmers B. To force France and Britain to allow the United States to trade freely C. Because port workers were overworked and

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asked Feb 16, 2020 10.5k views

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Why did Jefferson ask Congress to pass the Embargo Act?

A. To punish American farmers

B. To force France and Britain to allow the United States to trade freely

C. Because port workers were overworked and needed a break

D. Because Americans were not interested in British goods