The Lewis and Clark Expedition: Exploring the Unknown

Thomas Jefferson was keen on exploring the western part of North America. Before the Louisiana Purchase, he requested funds from Congress for exploration. After the purchase, he tasked Lewis and Clark with exploring the new territory, seeking a Northwest Passage, and mapping trade routes. They were also to document the region's flora, fauna, and terrain, and establish friendly relations with Native Americans. The Corps of Discovery, led by Lewis and Clark, embarked on a two-year journey, covering 7000 miles. They discovered over 300 new species and met numerous Native American tribes, although they did not find a Northwest Passage. The video concludes with a review and quiz on the expedition.

How much funding did Thomas Jefferson secretly request from Congress for the exploration of the West?

• $100,000

• $30,000

• $10,000

• $2,500

What was one of the main tasks Jefferson assigned to Lewis and Clark during their expedition?

• To recruit more explorers

• To build a fort

• To establish a new settlement

• To find a Northwest Passage

What was the name of the group that accompanied Lewis and Clark on their journey?

• Corps of Discovery

• Discovery Boys

• Band of Men

• Adventure Hunters

How long did it take for Lewis and Clark to reach the Pacific Ocean?

• A year and a half

• Three years

• Two years

• Six months

What was one significant outcome of the Lewis and Clark expedition?

• They established a new state

• They discovered a new continent

• They documented over 300 new species

• They found the Northwest Passage