Discoveries and Supplies vocabulary
Lewis or Clark? Comprende??
Native Americans motives
Author's Purpose Discovery
Author's purpose and more!
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Lewis and Clark crossed the ____________ or obstacle of the Rocky mountain range.
barrier
100
The Shoshone Indians were a small tribe who were almost at war with their powerful neighbors, the-----
Blackfeet
100
Why did Chief Cameahwait change his ind and provide expedition with horses and a guide? A. he realized that Lewis and Clark were just explorers out on a mission. B. he realized that they were going to help him conquer the neighboring tribe. C. he realized that his sister was a part of the expedition , he trusted them well. D. he realized that they were helpful people who reunited his sister with him and offered him gifts.
C. he realized that his sister was a part of the expedition , he trusted them well.
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The author gets some of the information in the selection from — A both men’s writings B Lewis’s writings only C Clark’s writings only D neither man’s writings
A both men’s writings
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What is the author’s purpose in writing this selection?
to entertain
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The explorers had _____________ or achieved Thomas Jefferson's orders. He was quite pleased with them.
fulfilled
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What does the author think of Sacagawea’s contribution to the expedition? F It is exaggerated, but still very important. G It is a significant contribution in many ways. H It is limited to the small act of pointing out landmarks. J It is the most important element of the expedition’s success.
G It is a significant contribution in many ways.
200
How does Sacagawea win the crew's admiration? (page 638) list two reasons
she is knowledgeable and scans the riverbank for edible roots and fruits that are a welcome relief from all the meat and water the explorers have been consuming; she also points out to landmarks that helps them choose the correct river branches on which to travel.
200
The author believes that Lewis and Clark are — A.completely dependent upon Sacagawea B. competent men who accomplish something important C.confused often and irritated with each other D. on a journey that is not well-planned
B. competent men who accomplish something important
200
Bryanna took a break and then resumed studying for her math test. A read over B worked quietly C stopped completely D began again
D began again
300
The explorers continued on and reached the Pacific ocean in 1805. They spent the winter near the coast of present-day Oregon. The following year, they ________________ their journey.
resumed.
300
2 Why does the author believe that Sacagawea’s knowledge of local roots and fruit is important to the explorers? F She saves them from starvation. G She keeps them from eating poison food. H She cooks and serves the men all their meals. J She helps add variety and flavor to the meals.
J She helps add variety and flavor to the meals.
300
When Lewis Merriwether observes the Falls of the Missouri river, he calls it ----
"the grandest sight I ever beheld"
300
How does the author most likely feel about the reunion between Sacagawea and Cameahwait? A.He admires their display of emotions. B.He is suspicious of Cameahwait. C. He thinks the reunion is humorous. D.He doubts that the reunion took place.
A.He admires their display of emotions.
300
Juan and Felipe found some wild mushrooms on their way to the cafeteria; they thought they were the edible kind and so they took them to the lunch ladies. A. pretty to look at B. easy to grow C. hard to find D. fit to eat
D fit to eat
400
Sacagewea was resourceful she taught the explorers different ____________________ to survive the wilderness.
techniques.
400
1 Why does the author describe the sight of the Rocky Mountains as “inspiring as well as troubling”? A The mountains would be difficult to cross. B William Clark was afraid of heights. C The men might easily get lost in the mountains. D The view was sometimes hidden in fog.
A The mountains would be difficult to cross.
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What were the two items that the Shone Indians traded with the explorers?
horses and a guide
400
According to the author, how did Thomas Jefferson feel about Lewis and Clark’s achievement? A. He was annoyed by how long it took for them to return. B.He was delighted with their many discoveries. C.He was disappointed that they didn’t find an inland waterway. D.He was jealous of their many adventures.
B. He was delighted with their many discoveries.
400
Vaquero Justin, Jose and Jason took their horses out on a RANGE to graze; OMG; they spent their time stalking the cowgirls and forgot all about their horses! A. a star in the night sky B. an original entrance to the building C. a large area of open land D. a tool for measuring median by dividing the sum of the middle numbers.
C. a large area of open land
500
Clark traveled up the Missouri River, which split into smaller _____________________.
tributaries
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Lewis carried an American flag in his pack in case he came across strangers on his expedition; what does this reveal about him? A. he was cautious and afraid of dangers; B. he was knowledgeable and always prepared; C. he was unsure about the barriers ahead; D. he was excited and helpful.
B. he was knowledgeable and always prepared;
500
What do the author’s comments about the Nez Perce and the Chinook show? A The Nez Perce felt friendlier toward the explorers. B The Nez Perce and the Chinook were friends. C The Chinook had less experience as traders. D The Nez Perce and the Chinook were enemies.
A The Nez Perce felt friendlier toward the explorers.
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The author most likely quotes from Lewis and Clark to show — A. that he has researched the topic B. the real voices of the expedition leaders C. how important it is for everyone to keep a journal D. the different writing styles of the two men
B. the real voices of the expedition leaders
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Why did President Jefferson send an expedition to the new Louisiana Territory? A the land was intended to be sold to France B. the land was unexplored and he wanted to learn the kind of resources it offered C. the land was exploration was a part of the agreement with France D. the land was inhabited with Natives which the President wanted to get rid off as soon as possible
B. the land was unexplored and he wanted to learn the kind of resources it offered
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