Lewis and Clark Expedition Overview

The video humorously explores the Lewis and Clark expedition, detailing the Louisiana Purchase, the challenges faced, and the significant role of Sacagawea. It highlights the historical context and the expedition's impact on American history, concluding with the return journey and credits.

What was the initial humorous misunderstanding about in the video?

• A missing dog

• A hat made from a cat

• A lost treasure map

• A broken computer

What was the Louisiana Purchase?

• A land purchase from France

• A trade agreement with Spain

• A peace treaty with Native Americans

• A military alliance with Britain

How much did the United States pay for the Louisiana Purchase?

• 15 million dollars

• 10 million dollars

• 25 million dollars

• 20 million dollars

Who were chosen to lead the Lewis and Clark expedition?

• Thomas Jefferson and George Washington

• Meriwether Lewis and William Clark

• Benjamin Franklin and John Adams

• Andrew Jackson and James Madison

What was one of the main goals of the Lewis and Clark expedition?

• To find a waterway to the Pacific Ocean

• To map the eastern United States

• To establish a new colony

• To build a series of forts

Who was Sacagawea and what was her role in the expedition?

• A Native American guide and translator

• A French trader who sold supplies

• A British spy

• A Spanish explorer

What significant event happened when the Corps reached the Pacific Ocean?

• They established a new trade route

• They found a gold mine

• They discovered a new species of animal

• They built a fort named Fort Clatsop

What was the historical significance of the vote taken by the Corps of Discovery?

• It was the first vote in American history

• It included the opinions of an enslaved man and a Native American woman

• It resulted in a new treaty with Native Americans

• It led to the discovery of gold

What did the Corps of Discovery accomplish upon their return?

• They built a series of forts

• They established a new government

• They mapped over 100 new territories

• They documented new species and created detailed maps

How long did the Lewis and Clark expedition take to complete?

• Four years

• Three years

• Two years

• One year