Lewis and Clark Sacagawea and the Louisiana Purchase Journey

The video explores the Lewis and Clark expedition, initiated after the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. President Jefferson tasked Lewis and Clark with exploring the newly acquired land, mapping it, and establishing relations with Native American tribes. The expedition, which included Sacagawea, traveled over 7,000 miles, reaching the Pacific Ocean. The journey provided valuable information about the land and its resources, leading to a better understanding of the territory. The video concludes with a review of the expedition's impact and legacy.

Who were the key figures in the expedition across North America?

• Smith, Johnson, and Brown

• Columbus, Magellan, and Vespucci

• Jefferson, Washington, and Adams

• Lewis, Clark, and Sacagawea

What was the main reason for the Louisiana Purchase?

• To expand the United States' territory

• To establish a new government

• To find gold and silver

• To build new cities

How much land did the Louisiana Purchase add to the United States?

• 200,000 square miles

• 828,000 square miles

• 500,000 square miles

• 1,000,000 square miles

Who was chosen to lead the Corps of Discovery?

• Captain Meriwether Lewis

• Lieutenant John Adams

• General George Washington

• Colonel Thomas Jefferson

What was Sacagawea's role in the expedition?

• Guard and protector

• Cook and cleaner

• Navigator and mapmaker

• Guide and interpreter

Which river did the expedition travel up from St. Louis?

• Colorado River

• Missouri River

• Ohio River

• Mississippi River

What was the total distance covered by the expedition?

• Over 7,000 miles

• 10,000 miles

• 3,000 miles

• 5,000 miles

What was one of the major outcomes of the expedition?

• Creation of 140 maps

• Discovery of gold

• Defeat of indigenous tribes

• Establishment of new cities

What position did Lewis hold after the expedition?

• President of the United States

• Senator of Missouri

• Governor of the Louisiana Territory

• Mayor of St. Louis

What was the impact of Sacagawea's presence on the expedition?

• Sign of peace

• Military strength

• Economic power

• Political influence