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Official USCIS civics question 90 of 128

What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?

American HistoryThe 1800s

Official answers (English)

  • Louisiana Territory
  • Louisiana

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Explanation

English

In 1803 the U.S. bought the Louisiana Territory from France (the Louisiana Purchase).

Türkçe

1803'te ABD, Louisiana Bölgesi'ni Fransa'dan satın aldı (Louisiana Satın Alımı).

Español

En 1803 EE. UU. compró el Territorio de Luisiana a Francia (la Compra de Luisiana).

Memory hint

💡 EN: 1803 = Louisiana Purchase.

💡 TR: 1803 = Louisiana Satın Alımı.

💡 ES: 1803 = Compra de Luisiana.

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