Lewis and Clark Expedition Quiz

When did the Lewis and Clark expedition begin?

• 1809

• 1805

• 1803

• 1807

Who were the leaders of the expedition?

• John Adams and James Madison

• Meriwether Lewis and William Clark

• Thomas Jefferson and Toussaint Charbonneau

• Sacagawea and Toussaint Charbonneau

What was the purpose of the Louisiana Purchase?

• To gain more territory

• To explore new land

• To build new settlements

• To establish trade routes

Who served as an interpreter and guide for the expedition?

• Sacagawea

• Thomas Jefferson

• Meriwether Lewis

• Toussaint Charbonneau

What was Sacagawea's role during the expedition?

• Cooking for the team

• Serving as an interpreter

• Leading the expedition

• Building shelters

What did the team of Lewis and Clark map during their expedition?

• Deserts and forests

• Cities and towns

• The East Coast

• Uncharted land, rivers, and mountains

What was the size increase of the United States after the Louisiana Purchase?

• 828,000 square miles

• 500,000 square miles

• 2 million square miles

• 1 million square miles

What was the main challenge faced by the expedition during their journey?

• Lack of water

• Hostile tribes

• Harsh weather

• Lack of food

What was the remarkable fact about Sacagawea during the journey?

• She was the first female explorer

• She carried her newborn baby on her back

• She was a skilled hunter

• She was a great navigator

Which Native American woman played a vital role in the Lewis and Clark expedition?

• Sitting Bull

• Crazy Horse

• Sacagawea

• Pocahontas