The main reason for passing the Embargo Act of 1807 during Thomas Jefferson's presidency was to help the United States become more self-reliant and protect its interests. The act aimed to stop trade with foreign nations, particularly Britain and France, in response to their interference with American shipping and impressment of American sailors.
What was the main reason for passing the Embargo Act of 1807 during Thomas Jefferson's time as president?(1 point)
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To create a new way to collect money for government projects
To create a new way to collect money for government projects
To make it easier to trade with European countries
To make it easier to trade with European countries
To help the United States become more self-reliant and protect its interests
To help the United States become more self-reliant and protect its interests
To limit the amount of goods coming from Asia
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