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Why did jamess monroe go to france in 1803?

A. to seek french help against Spanish territorial claims
B. to offer the French help in getting Saint Domingue back
C. to purchase New Orleans and some surrounding territory
D. to convince the French not to purchase Louisiana from Spain
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Answer:

C

Step-by-step explanation:

Jefferson sent James Monroe to join Robert Livingston in France to try to purchase New Orleans and West Florida for as much as $10 million.

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