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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9 Down the Ohio September - November 1803 | Chapter 10 Up the Mississippi to Winter Camp November 1803 - March 1804.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Lewis travels extensively through the western frontiers in his position as
(a) Stagecoach driver
(b) Paymaster
(c) Army corporal
(d) Military transporter

2. During Jefferson's time, Americans were obsessed with the concept of
(a) Documenting the Native American tribes
(b) Making peace with Native Americans
(c) Exploring the vast interior of the country
(d) Impeaching Thomas Jefferson

3. Although he is formally educated, Meriwether Lewis returns to Virginia
(a) To coordinate the education of his sister
(b) To manage the family plantation
(c) To care for his ailing mother
(d) At the behest of Thomas Jefferson

4. Among his peers, Lewis is considered
(a) A bigot
(b) Slightly effeminate
(c) Honest and trustworthy
(d) A bit shady

5. Thomas Jefferson appoints Meriweather Lewis as
(a) His personal secretary
(b) Secretary of the Interior
(c) Secretary of Commerce
(d) Secretary of State

Short Answer Questions

1. Lewis' political leanings favor

2. One of Lewis' most prized possessions was his

3. As Jefferson's protege, Lewis had the honor of

4. Even as a private, Lewis is accepted among military officers because

5. The most serious delay in starting the expedition was due to

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