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The Louisiana Purchase and Its Impact

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the causes and consequences of the Louisiana Purchase, focusing on President Jefferson's role and decisions.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Louisiana Purchase
#Standard
#Cause and Consequence
#Jefferson
#Explain the reasons behind the Louisiana Purchase.
#Compare the different perspectives on the purchase at the time.
#Analyse the consequences of the Louisiana Purchase for the United States.
#Outline President Jefferson's role in the purchase process.

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The Louisiana Purchase and Its Impact

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Introduction to the Louisiana Purchase

Source A: Letter from President Jefferson (1803)

'The acquisition of Louisiana will greatly enhance our nation’s prospects. It is a bold step, but a necessary one for our growth.' Provenance: Letter written by Thomas Jefferson to Congress, 1803.

1.
Explain why President Jefferson considered the Louisiana Purchase important for the United States. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare Jefferson's view with the concerns some Americans had about the Louisiana Purchase. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Causes of the Louisiana Purchase

Source B: French Official Communication (1803)

'We are willing to sell Louisiana because France needs funds for European wars, and maintaining this territory is no longer strategic.' Provenance: Official French government statement, 1803.

1.
Outline the main reasons why France decided to sell Louisiana. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Analyse how France's decision to sell Louisiana influenced American ambitions for expansion. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
C

Consequences of the Louisiana Purchase

Source C: Historian View on the Purchase

'The Louisiana Purchase doubled the size of the United States, opening vast territories for settlement and economic development.' Provenance: Historian analysis, 19th century.

1.
Explain the major consequences of the Louisiana Purchase for the United States. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the immediate political impacts of the Louisiana Purchase with its long-term effects. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
D

Jefferson's Role in the Purchase

Source D: Jefferson’s Personal Reflection

'I was conscious of the constitutional dilemma, but the benefits to our nation justified the action.' Provenance: Jefferson’s private letters, 1803.

1.
Outline Jefferson’s role and considerations in approving the Louisiana Purchase. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Analyse how Jefferson’s constitutional beliefs influenced his decision-making regarding the Louisiana Purchase. (5 marks)
[5 marks]

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