Lewis and Clark Expedition Worksheet
Explore the historical significance and key events of the Lewis and Clark Expedition with this engaging grade 8 social studies worksheet.
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1. What was the primary goal of the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
To find gold and other precious metals.
To map the newly acquired Louisiana Purchase and find a water route to the Pacific Ocean.
To establish new trade routes with European powers.
To conquer Native American tribes in the western territories.
2. Who was the Native American woman who served as a guide and interpreter for the expedition?
Pocahontas
Sacajawea
Matoaka
Squanto
3. The Lewis and Clark Expedition was commissioned by President .
4. The expedition departed from , Missouri, in May 1804.
5. The expedition's journey largely followed the River.
Study the map below, which illustrates the route of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
6. Based on the map, what major geographical features did the Lewis and Clark Expedition encounter during their journey?
7. Describe two significant challenges faced by the members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
8. The Lewis and Clark Expedition successfully found a continuous water route from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean.
True
False
9. The expedition helped to establish peaceful relations with all Native American tribes they encountered.
True
False