Question 90 of 128
What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
Official USCIS answers
- Louisiana Territory
- Louisiana
Why this is the answer
In 1803, the United States bought a large area of land from France. This land was called the Louisiana Territory. The deal is known as the Louisiana Purchase.
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Source: USCIS, 128 Civics Questions and Answers (2025 version), M-1778.