Explore Lewis and Clark Expedition Adventure

Directions: On February 28, 1803, President Thomas Jefferson got approval from Congress to send Meriwether Lewis, William Clark, and a team of 31 others to explore the American West. Learn all about their adventures right here! Use this PowerPoint to help you to the links and answer each question on the answer sheet provided.

Lewis and Clark spent months preparing for their journey before setting out on May 14, 1804, from St. Louis, Missouri. What were some of the expedition's goals? Find the answer at :http://lewisandclarktrail.com/elearnvision.htm

Their supplies included scientific equipment, camping gear, clothing, weapons, and food. They also brought gifts to give to the Native Americans they would meet. Name three gifts. Find the answer at :http://www.pbs.org/lewisandclark/inside/idx_equ.html

Lewis and Clark's crew, called the Corps of _______________, differed in background, rank, and experience. Who was the youngest? Who was Seaman? Find the answer at :http://www.pbs.org/lewisandclark/inside/index.html http://www.pbs.org/lewisandclark/inside/idx_corp.html

Another key member of the group was Sacagawea, who served as an interpreter. Name one other reason why she was so key to the expedition. Find the answer at :http://library.thinkquest.org/4034/sacajawea.html

Along their journey, Lewis and Clark saw many new plants and animals, such as the black-tailed prairie dog. What did they nickname it? What did they do with one? Find the answer at :http://www.sierraclub.org/lewisandclark/species/prairiedog.asp

Lewis and Clark also encountered almost 50 Native American tribes. Name two from the Pacific Northwest. Find the answer at :http://www.pbs.org/lewisandclark/native/

The Corps finally reached the Pacific Ocean in November, 1805. Name five states that they passed through on the way. Find the answer at :http://www.nps.gov/lecl/index.htm

Explore Lewis and Clark Expedition Adventure