Question

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1. Why was Jefferson concerned about the French owning New Orleans and the Louisiana Territory?

a. Jefferson feared that France's leader would block the westward expansion of the United States.

b. Jefferson feared that French ownership would lead to another revolution like the one in Haiti.

c. Jefferson feared that the French would charge higher rates for warehouse storage in New Orleans.

d. Western farmers were demanding that Jefferson go to war against France to win back their rights.

2. why was Zebulon Pike's expedition delayed in returning to the United States?

a. they encountered severe weather for which they were poorly prepared

b. they encountered hostile Native Americans whom they fought

c. they became ill and had to stay in Spanish New Mexico to recover

d. they were captured by Spanish troops who thought they were spies ​

Answer 1

not sure but i think its A

Jefferson feared that France's leader would block the westward expansion of the United States.

Thomas Jefferson had always feared the costs of loose construction of the powers delegated to the national government in the Constitution, and the Constitution was silent about acquiring lands from other countries.

A: they encountered severe weather for which they were poorly prepared

Answer 2

answer: Number 2. is either a or b because he faced many challenges during his expedition.