Exploring the Life of Sacajawea

The video challenges common misconceptions about Sacagawea, a Native American woman known for her role in the Lewis and Clark expedition. It details her early life, kidnapping, and marriage to Toussaint Charbonneau. Sacagawea joined the expedition as an interpreter, contributing significantly by gathering food, rescuing supplies, and facilitating peaceful interactions with Native tribes. She reunited with her brother, a Shoshone chief, during the journey. Despite facing numerous hardships, Sacagawea's actions were pivotal to the expedition's success. Her legacy is more complex than often portrayed in history books.

In what year was Sacagawea born?

• 1788

• 1800

• 1790

• 1775

Which tribe did Sacagawea belong to?

• Sioux

• Hidatsa

• Lemhi Shoshone

• Navajo

Who did Sacagawea marry?

• William Clark

• Meriwether Lewis

• Jean-Baptiste

• Toussaint Charbonneau

What was the name of Sacagawea's son?

• Clark

• Pompey

• Jean-Baptiste

• Lewis

What did Sacagawea do when the boat capsized?

• Called for help

• Recovered important items

• Swam to shore

• Built a new boat

Who was the leader of the Shoshone group they encountered?

• Jefferson

• Charbonneau

• Cameahwait

• Pompey

What did the expedition eat to survive during freezing conditions?

• Candles

• Roots

• Fish

• Berries

What did Sacagawea trade for a fur robe?

• A canoe

• A beaded belt

• A map

• Her son's toy

How long did the expedition last?

• Over 3 years

• A little over 2 years

• Exactly 2 years

• 1 year

What does Sacagawea's story teach us about history?

• It's often more complex than we think

• It's always accurately recorded

• It's not important

• It's focused only on heroes