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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19 From Marias River to the Great Falls June 3 - June 20, 1805.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At this point in their journey, wild game is
(a) Frightened of the boats
(b) Scarce
(c) Difficult to hunt
(d) Abundant

2. Jefferson's interest in sending an expedition westward was to find
(a) New and unknown species of wild animals
(b) Rare birds and plants
(c) A water connection between both continental coasts
(d) Unknown Native American tribes

3. Meriwether Lewis has a penchant for
(a) Rambling
(b) Poker
(c) Horse grooming
(d) Picking tobacco

4. Prior to the beginning of the journey, Jefferson issues to Lewis
(a) An unprecedented letter of credit
(b) A medal for courage and valor
(c) Marching orders for the expedition
(d) A warning to spend judiciously

5. The most serious delay in starting the expedition was due to
(a) The building of the boat
(b) Having to locate large quantities of dried food
(c) The process of choosing men to participate
(d) The slowness of the US mail

Short Answer Questions

1. Lewis realized that he was facing sixteen miles of portage, meaning

2. Winter at Fort Mandan was

3. Rather than ascend the Yellowstone, the expedition instead

4. The Arikaras' island is covered with

5. The most prized and valuable animal found along the river is the

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