TrueTales · Founding Fathers
James Monroe Stands Alone Before Napoleon
Ages 7-10 · 2 min
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📖 Comprehension Questions
1. What city did President Jefferson first want James Monroe to try to buy?
2. Why was it important for America to control New Orleans?
3. What surprising offer did Talleyrand make to James Monroe?
4. Why couldn't James Monroe ask President Jefferson for permission before making his decision?
5. How much money did James Monroe offer to buy the Louisiana Territory?
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⭐ Did You Know?
James Monroe risks everything to win the Louisiana Purchase for America.
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