When Thomas Jefferson received the treaty for the Louisiana Purchase,he
A) felt his government had been asked to pay too much for it.
B) was unsure of his constitutional authority to accept it.
C) assumed the French would not honor its terms.
D) insisted on numerous revisions before accepting it.
E) angrily fired Livingston and Monroe for insubordination.

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Jefferson was uncertain whether he had the constitutional authority to accept the Louisiana Purchase, as there was no clear provision in the Constitution for the acquisition of foreign territory. He had to consult with his advisors and legal experts before deciding whether to accept it.

When Thomas Jefferson Received the Treaty for the Louisiana Purchase,he