In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson purchased the Louisiana Territory from France. Some people disagreed with the purchase based on the argument that

Question

A. Jefferson violated states' rights by his purchase of the Louisiana Territory

B. a majority of the Senate opposed the purchase of the Louisiana Territory

C. the purchase of the Louisiana Territory from France could lead to a war with Spain

D. Jefferson's action was not specifically permitted by the U.S. Constitution

Answer 1

d.

Answer 2

D. Jefferson's action was not specifically permitted by the U.S. Constitution