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1. In the 1780s, who did Jefferson originally have a discussion with about leading an exploration to the Pacific Ocean?
2. Who originally received the assignment to head up the exploration?
3. Jefferson bought the Louisiana Purchase from Napoleon Bonaparte.
4. Jefferson was concerned about the welfare of the Native people the expedition would encounter. In fact, he suggested that Lewis and Clark teach the Native Americans to inoculate themselves against what disease?
5. What was the other name for the Lewis and Clark expedition?
6. William Clark held the rank of lieutenant in the army.
7. In which city did Lewis and Clark meet up to begin their journey?
8. On what date did the expedition begin from Camp Dubois?
9. What was the name of Sacagawea's infant son?
10. What did Lewis and Clark name the outpost they created in present-day Oregon?
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