Multiple choice

The kidnapping of American sailors from their vessels by the British was known as

  1. Embargo

  2. Suffrage

  3. Impressment

  4. Spoils System
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Impressment was the British practice of stopping American ships and forcing sailors into service for the British Royal Navy, which was a major cause of tension leading to the War of 1812.

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