Asked by Taylor Speirer on Jul 08, 2024
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Jefferson's Embargo Act
A) was successful in restoring freedom of the seas.
B) stopped the policy of impressment.
C) severely hurt the economies of France and England.
D) provoked war with France.
E) caused economic depression within the United States.
Embargo Act
A law or policy imposed by a government that restricts trade with a specific country or countries, often to apply political pressure.
Economic Depression
A prolonged period marked by a significant decline in economic activity across the market, widespread unemployment, and a decrease in production and consumer spending.
Impressment
The act of taking men into a navy by force and with or without notice, commonly practiced by British Royal Navy against American seamen in the lead up to the War of 1812.
- Gain insight into the effects and reasons for the implementation of the Embargo Act of 1807.
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Lauren Caren PriemJul 13, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
The Embargo Act, enacted by Thomas Jefferson in 1807, aimed to pressure Britain and France to respect American neutrality during their conflict by prohibiting American ships from trading in all foreign ports. However, it backfired by causing significant economic hardship within the United States itself, as it severely restricted American trade.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the effects and reasons for the implementation of the Embargo Act of 1807.