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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 28 The Lolo Trail June 10 - July 2, 1806.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The keelboat was replaced by pirogues and canoes at this point in the journey because
(a) Lewis feared frightening the Indians
(b) It was too large to navigate the upper Missouri River
(c) It was obsolete and rusting
(d) t was needed for storage

2. One of the unique "new" creatures found by Clark is the
(a) Trout
(b) Prairie dog
(c) Domestic cat
(d) Coyote

3. In the Spring at Fort Mandan, Lewis felt that the expedition was really
(a) Just beginning
(b) Halfway finished
(c) A pipe dream
(d) Coming to an end

4. The Arikaras' island is covered with
(a) Growing vegetables
(b) Flowers and butteflies
(c) Reptiles and strange birds
(d) Dirt and rocks

5. In addition to his detailed descriptions of the plains, Lewis' reports resembled a
(a) Newspaper account of an ongoing event
(b) Legal opinion
(c) Chronological fiction
(d) Promotional travelogue and business prospectus

Short Answer Questions

1. The men could tell they were nearing a trading post because they saw

2. The Captains decided to ride out some very dangerous rapids, which resulted in

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

4. Plantation owners constantly seek additional land because

5. What was Jefferson's suggestion to Napoleon regarding New Orleans?

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