Wilderness Road
What was the Wilderness Road?
A route that settlers used to travel westward through the Appalachian Mountains.
What was the Louisiana Purchase?
A land deal in 1803 where the United States acquired territory from France.
Who were Lewis and Clark?
Explorers sent by Thomas Jefferson to map the newly acquired lands.
Where did the Lewis and Clark Expedition spend their first winter?
Fort Mandan Native Tribe
Who is credited with first travleing the Wilderness Road?
Daniel Boone
How much did the United States pay for the Louisiana Purchase?
About $15 million.
What was the main goal of the Lewis and Clark expedition?
To find a route to the Pacific Ocean.
What was Meriwether Lewis and William Clark's job before the expedition?
Personal Assistant to Jefferson and Army Men
Why was the Wilderness Road important for westward expansion?
It allowed thousands of settlers to move into Kentucky and beyond.
Which President was responsible for the Louisiana Purchase?
Thomas Jefferson
What was the name of the Native American woman who assisted Lewis and Clark?
Sacagawea.
What were some of the ways Native American tribes contributed to the Lewis and Clark expedition?
They provided guidance, knowledge of the land, and supplies.
In what year did Daniel Boone first clear the Wilderness Road?
1775
How did the Louisiana Purchase impact the size of the United States?
It doubled the size of the country.
What year did the Lewis and Clark expedition begin?
1804.
Name one of the steps Lewis and Clark took before staring the expedition?
Hire strong men, large amount of clothing, ammunition, tons of food, gifts for the native.
What challenges did travelers face on the Wilderness Road?
Difficult terrain, lack of food, and encounters with wild animals.
What was one reason the Louisiana Purchase was significant for westward expansion?
It provided land for settlement and exploration.
What were some of the discoveries made by Lewis and Clark during their expedition?
New species of plants and animals, and information about Native American tribes.
Name 5 States from the 15 states that make up the Louisiana Territory.
Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Texas