Question

testing on thursday on unit 3
mr. jays treaty (which re - established trade and diplomatic relations between the united states and great britain following the revolutionary war) has at length been made public. so general a burst of dissatisfaction never before appeared against any transaction. those who understand the particular articles of it, condemn these articles. those who do not understand them minutely, condemn it generally as wearing a hostile face to france. this last is the most numerous class, comprehending the whole body of the people, who have taken a greater interest in this transaction than they were ever known to do in any other. it has in my opinion completely demolished the monarchical party here.
thomas jefferson, letter to james monroe, september 6, 1795
which of the following was a reason the united states government believed it necessary to negotiate a treaty with great britain following the american revolution?
a british activities and landholdings in north america were an impediment to western settlement and peace along the frontier.
b northerners hoped that britains antislavery position would pressure southern states to abolish slavery.
c the washington administration wanted to improve relations to encourage france to sell the louisiana territory.
d the government wanted to mediate a better relationship between france and britain to help bring peace to the european continent.

Explanation:

After the American Revolution, British - held land and activities in North America, like maintaining forts in U.S. territory and restricting trade, hindered American westward expansion and frontier peace, prompting treaty - negotiation.

Answer:

A. British activities and landholdings in North America were an impediment to western settlement and peace along the frontier.