The embargo act meant an end to shipping of goods to and from europe transporting slaves to the united states importing goods manufacturing goods in the united states

The correct answer is: shipping of goods to and from Europe.

The Embargo Act of 1807 was a law passed by the United States Congress and it prohibited American ships from trading in all foreign ports.

The Act was intended to punish Britain and France for interfering with American trade during the British-French war. The Americans tried to remain neutral in this conflict both both Britain and French passed law prohibiting trade with neutral parties. As a result of this, the British started to captured ships with American merchandise. Many American sailors were taken into custody as well and forced to work for the enemy.

As a result of the embargo, American ships would not receive permission to sail to foreign ports.

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