Lewis and Clark Expedition Overview

The video explores Thomas Jefferson's presidency, focusing on the Louisiana Purchase and the Lewis and Clark expedition. It highlights Jefferson's strategic acquisition of the Louisiana Territory from France and the subsequent exploration by Lewis and Clark. The video also covers Jefferson's confrontation with the Barbary Pirates, showcasing his efforts to protect American interests and gain international respect.

What position did Thomas Jefferson hold before becoming the third President of the United States?

• Chief Justice

• Secretary of State

• Speaker of the House

• Secretary of Defense

What was the main reason Jefferson wanted to acquire the Port City of New Orleans?

• To prevent British expansion

• To access the Mississippi River for trade

• To establish a military base

• To build a new capital city

How much did the United States pay for the entire Louisiana Territory?

• $25 million

• $20 million

• $15 million

• $10 million

Who were the leaders of the expedition sent to explore the Louisiana Territory?

• George Washington and John Adams

• Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Paine

• Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr

• Meriwether Lewis and William Clark

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

• To negotiate with British forces

• To establish new colonies

• To find the Northwest Passage

• To map the Atlantic coastline

Which Native American woman assisted Lewis and Clark on their journey?

• Pocahontas

• Sacagawea

• Hiawatha

• Nanyehi

What geographical obstacle did Lewis and Clark encounter that indicated there was no Northwest Passage?

• The Rocky Mountains

• The Great Plains

• The Mississippi River

• The Appalachian Mountains

What was the primary threat posed by the Barbary Pirates?

• They blocked American ports

• They captured American ships and crews

• They invaded American territories

• They disrupted American elections

How did the United States respond to the capture of the USS Philadelphia by the Barbary Pirates?

• They paid a large ransom

• They negotiated a peace treaty

• They launched a full-scale invasion

• They burned the ship to prevent its use

What was the outcome of Jefferson's confrontation with the Barbary Pirates?

• The United States lost control of the Mediterranean

• The pirates gained control of American ships

• A peace agreement was reached with a ransom payment

• The pirates were defeated and never returned