Louisiana Purchase

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What was the Louisiana Purchase?

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The Louisiana Purchase was a land deal in 1803 where the United States bought a large territory from France, doubling the size of the U.S.

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Who was the President during the Louisiana Purchase?

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Thomas Jefferson was the President of the United States when the Louisiana Purchase was made.

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What was Sacajawea's role in the Lewis and Clark expedition?

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Sacajawea was a guide and translator for the Lewis and Clark expedition.

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What is a steamboat?

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A steamboat is a boat that is powered by steam engines, allowing it to travel faster and go upriver.

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Why was Sacajawea important to the expedition?

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Sacajawea helped communicate with Native Americans and guided the explorers through the land.

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What did the Louisiana Purchase allow the United States to do?

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It allowed the United States to expand its territory westward.

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What year was the Louisiana Purchase made?

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The Louisiana Purchase was made in 1803.

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What did the U.S. gain from the Louisiana Purchase?

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The U.S. gained land that includes parts of 15 current states, stretching from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains.

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What was one of the main goals of the Lewis and Clark expedition?

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One of the main goals was to explore the newly acquired land and find a route to the Pacific Ocean.

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What is an interpreter?

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An interpreter is someone who translates spoken language, helping people who speak different languages communicate.