Seaman and the Lewis and Clark Expedition

Why did Lewis and Clark bring Seaman on their expedition?

• He was a gift from President Jefferson

• He was small and easy to carry

• He had helpful qualities and took instructions well

• He was the only dog available in Philadelphia

What role did Seaman play during the journey?

• He helped the crew build shelters

• He entertained the explorers

• He helped find food and protect the crew

• He carried supplies for the men

What does the journal entry from May 1805 reveal about Seaman?

• He once ran away from the camp

• He helped steer a buffalo away from the crew

• He barked too much during the night

• He was afraid of wild animals

What challenges did the explorers face as they traveled west?

• Rainstorms and cold weather

• Dry winds, rocky rivers, and broken ropes

• Blizzards, hurricanes, and high winds

• Food, clean water, and flat plains

How does Seaman react to the buffalo in the camp?

• He hides behind the boat

• He barks and drives it away

• He tries to play with it

• He runs to wake up Lewis

What is the tone of the description of Seaman’s actions in this passage?

• Angry and tense

• Humorous and silly

• Brave and heroic

• Sad and emotional

How are Seaman’s actions described similarly in both passages?

• He is confused and unsure what to do

• He ignores the buffalo

• He helps protect the explorers

• He is blamed for waking people up

What does the word docility in Passage 1, paragraph 1, suggest about Seaman’s behavior?

• He was fast and energetic

• He followed directions easily

• He was a picky eater

• He was difficult to train

Based on both passages, what can you infer about why Seaman was important to the expedition?

• He was the crew’s entertainment

• He was the only animal the Native Americans had seen

• He helped with protection and morale

• He was useful for carrying supplies

How are the descriptions of the buffalo incident similar in both passages?

• Both focus on the buffalo’s behavior only

• Both show the buffalo attacking the tent

• Both describe Seaman’s role in preventing danger

• Both show the captains giving orders to Seaman