Building the Team
Who were the leaders of the Louisiana territory expedition?
Lewis and Clark
How long did the expedition of the Louisiana territory take place?
1804-1806
Who was elected President in 1800?
Thomas Jefferson
What happened to the U.S. after the Louisiana purchase?
It doubled in size.
The Corps of Discovery
Why did Thomas Jefferson want to explore the Louisiana Territory?
To make sure it was safe for U.S citizens to move west.
What did America need that they did not have?
A central port for trade.
What did people want to do after the exploration of the Louisiana purchase?
They wanted to move and settle west.
How many members were there on the expedition?
40
Where did the Expedition start?
St. Louis, Missouri
What city did Thomas Jefferson want to buy?
New Orleans
How many votes did it take for the House of Representatives to approve Thomas Jefferson as President?
36 votes to break the tie.
What did Lewis and Clark look for when selecting members for the Corps of Discovery?
Skills (Hunting, Woodworking, Blacksmiths)
What river did Lewis and Clark find on their expedition and why was it important?
Mississippi River and it was important for trade.
Who went to France to speak with Napoleon about purchasing land?
James Monroe
What was Sacagawea's main job for the Corps of Discovery?
To translate and guide them on their journey.
Who helped Lewis and Clark navigate across the Louisiana territory?
Sacagawea
What was a major challenge of the expedition?
How much land was purchased from France, and what was the cost?
800,000 Miles of land for $15 Million
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