8. Document Project 8: The Corps of Discovery: Paeans to Peace and Instruments of War

Quiz for Document 8.8 William Clark, Journal, January 28, 1805 and Meriweather Lewis, February 1, 1805

Quiz for Document 8.8: William Clark, Journal, January 28, 1805 and Meriweather Lewis, February 1, 1805

Choose the best answer to each question.

1. Which of the following is true based on the entries within the Lewis and Clark journals?

The Indians ignored the newcomers in their midst.

The Indians sought the counsel and aid of the Americans.

The Indians aggressively opposed the presence of the Americans.

The Indians deferred to the Americans on all matters.

2. Why might Lewis and Clark have been so determined to keep the peace among the Indian nations?

To create a sense of indebtedness among the Indians

To demonstrate their technological superiority

To prepare for peaceful future settlements and trade

To lull the Indians into a false sense of security

3. What can you learn about the difficulties faced by the Corps of Discovery from even these brief excerpts of Lewis and Clark?

The trip went smoothly with no struggles.

They did not reach their destination and had to turn back.

The trip was difficult, with many obstacles along the way.

The Indians caused a great deal of problems for Lewis and Clark.

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