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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. In preparation for the expedition, Lewis oversees the construction of
(a) A large, waterproof teepee for the troops
(b) Wagons to carry supplies overland
(c) A large, iron, collapsible boat
(d) Artifacts for trading with Native Americans

2. Andre Michaux was selected to lead an expedition west until Jefferson discovered that
(a) Michaux's interests lay in his own personal wealth
(b) Michaux was incapable of understanding his peers
(c) Michaux was an agent of the French government
(d) Michaux was under educated

3. Even as a private, Lewis is accepted among military officers because
(a) He is a great horseman
(b) He comes from a wealthy family
(c) He is educated
(d) He is extremely capable

4. One of Lewis' most prized possessions was his
(a) Air rifle
(b) Dry soup mix
(c) Collection of horses
(d) Quinine remedy

5. The voyage down the Ohio River starts out slowly because of the party's
(a) Disorganization
(b) Late start
(c) Poorly designed boats
(d) Disagreements

Short Answer Questions

1. In addition to the enlisted men, the group included York, who was

2. Of the 5.5 million people in America during Jefferson's time,

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

4. When he reached Louisville, Kentucky, Lewis

5. Although he is formally educated, Meriwether Lewis returns to Virginia

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