The True Story of Sacajawea

What misconception do people often have about Sacagawea?

• She was a warrior

• She was Lewis and Clark's servant

• She was an all-knowing guide

• She was a European

Which tribe did Sacagawea belong to?

• Sioux

• Lemhi Shoshone

• Navajo

• Hidatsa

How did Sacagawea contribute to peaceful encounters with Native tribes?

• By negotiating treaties

• Her presence signaled peace

• By offering gifts

• By showing force

What was the name of Sacagawea's first child?

• Pompey

• Clark

• Lewis

• Jean-Baptiste

What did Sacagawea do when the boat capsized?

• Called for help

• Built a new boat

• Recovered important documents

• Saved the crew

Who was Sacagawea's brother?

• Captain Lewis

• Chief Cameahwait

• Toussaint Charbonneau

• William Clark

How did Sacagawea help when the expedition encountered her brother's tribe?

• By cooking for everyone

• By guiding the expedition away

• By acting as a translator

• By negotiating a trade

What did Sacagawea trade for a fur robe?

• A horse

• Her beaded belt

• Jewelry

• A map

How long did Sacagawea's expedition last?

• Over two years

• Six months

• Three years

• One year

What is a common misunderstanding about Sacagawea's role in history?

• That she was a European explorer

• That she discovered America

• That she was a queen

• That she was merely a guide