Why did the treaty that gave France control of Louisiana alarm Jefferson?

A) Jefferson was not sure how this agreement would effect America's ability to use the Mississippi River as a trade route.

B) France was declaring war on the United States.

C) The French would not let Americans use the river.

D) France was planning on draining the river to build a railroad.

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Amelia Cherry

3 December, 22:55

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Katrina Durham · Answer 1

I believe it's A) Jefferson was not sure how this agreement would effect America's ability to use the Mississippi River as a trade route.