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 avoid war and protect American shipping by prohibiting American ships from trading with foreign nations, particularly in response to British and French interference with American merchant vessels.
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 limit the amount of goods coming from Asia
To limit the amount of goods coming from Asia
To create a new way to collect money for government projects
To create a new way to collect money for government projects
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 make it easier to trade with European countries
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