Instructions
Read the following prompt and answer the questions based on your understanding of the Lewis and Clark expedition. Provide detailed responses where requested.
Prompt:
The Lewis and Clark expedition, commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson in 1804, was a journey to explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory. Led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, the expedition aimed to gather data about the land, plant life, animal life, and indigenous peoples.
Questions:
1. What were the primary goals of the Lewis and Clark expedition?
2. Name two significant discoveries made during the expedition.
3. Who were some key members of the expedition crew, and what roles did they play?
4. Describe the importance of Sacagawea to the Lewis and Clark expedition.
5. What impact did the Lewis and Clark expedition have on American expansion westward?
6. Reflect on what you have learned about the Lewis and Clark expedition. Why do you think it is an important event in U.S. history?