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 was intended to pressure Britain and France to respect American neutrality during their ongoing conflict, while also promoting domestic manufacturing by restricting imports.
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 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 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
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