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What skill of Sacagawea's was most beneficial to the Lewis and Clark expedition in terms of communication?
What skill of Sacagawea's was most beneficial to the Lewis and Clark expedition in terms of communication?
- Her knowledge of edible plants.
- Her courage in dangerous situations.
- Her familiarity with the terrain.
- Her ability to speak multiple languages. (correct)
Which event in Sacagawea's early life drastically changed her circumstances and led to her later involvement with the Lewis and Clark expedition?
Which event in Sacagawea's early life drastically changed her circumstances and led to her later involvement with the Lewis and Clark expedition?
- Her encounter with Lewis and Clark.
- Her kidnapping from her tribe. (correct)
- Her birth into the Shoshone tribe.
- Her marriage to a Canadian trapper.
What critical items did Sacagawea manage to save when the expedition's boat capsized?
What critical items did Sacagawea manage to save when the expedition's boat capsized?
- Food supplies and weapons.
- Personal belongings of the crew.
- Navigational tools and maps.
- Books, papers, and medicines, including journals. (correct)
Before joining Lewis and Clark, what was Sacagawea's familial connection to the Shoshone people?
Before joining Lewis and Clark, what was Sacagawea's familial connection to the Shoshone people?
What was the primary goal of the Lewis and Clark expedition, as commissioned by President Jefferson?
What was the primary goal of the Lewis and Clark expedition, as commissioned by President Jefferson?
What was Sacagawea's contribution to maintaining peaceful interactions with Native-American tribes encountered during the expedition?
What was Sacagawea's contribution to maintaining peaceful interactions with Native-American tribes encountered during the expedition?
Besides translation, what other practical skill did Sacagawea provide that directly contributed to the expedition's sustenance?
Besides translation, what other practical skill did Sacagawea provide that directly contributed to the expedition's sustenance?
During the expedition, Sacagawea experienced a significant personal event shortly before their journey commenced. What was it?
During the expedition, Sacagawea experienced a significant personal event shortly before their journey commenced. What was it?
What geographical feature did Lewis and Clark establish their winter camp near, where they initially hired Sacagawea and her husband?
What geographical feature did Lewis and Clark establish their winter camp near, where they initially hired Sacagawea and her husband?
What was the nature of Sacagawea's relationship with the Shoshone chief whom the expedition encountered?
What was the nature of Sacagawea's relationship with the Shoshone chief whom the expedition encountered?
Flashcards
Who was Sacagawea?
Who was Sacagawea?
Sacagawea was a member of the Lemhi band of the Shoshone tribe, known for her skills as a translator and her knowledge of the Western wilderness.
What happened to Sacagawea before she joined the Lewis and Clark expedition?
What happened to Sacagawea before she joined the Lewis and Clark expedition?
Sacagawea was kidnapped from her tribe at a young age and later married a Canadian trapper.
What skills made Sacagawea a valuable member of the Lewis and Clark expedition?
What skills made Sacagawea a valuable member of the Lewis and Clark expedition?
Sacagawea was fluent in Native-American languages and English, making her an invaluable translator for the expedition.
What was the main goal of the Lewis and Clark expedition?
What was the main goal of the Lewis and Clark expedition?
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Why was Sacagawea's husband hired by Lewis and Clark?
Why was Sacagawea's husband hired by Lewis and Clark?
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What happened to Sacagawea during the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
What happened to Sacagawea during the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
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How did Sacagawea help ensure the expedition's survival?
How did Sacagawea help ensure the expedition's survival?
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How did Sacagawea demonstrate her bravery during the expedition?
How did Sacagawea demonstrate her bravery during the expedition?
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How did Sacagawea influence interactions with Native American tribes?
How did Sacagawea influence interactions with Native American tribes?
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What significant discovery did Sacagawea make during the expedition?
What significant discovery did Sacagawea make during the expedition?
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Study Notes
Sacagawea: A Key Figure in the Lewis and Clark Expedition
- Sacagawea (1788-1812) was a Native American woman, a descendant of the Lemhi Shoshone tribe.
- Kidnapped at age 13, she later married a Canadian trapper.
- Fluent in multiple Native American languages and English, making her a valuable translator.
- Became pregnant during the Lewis and Clark expedition and gave birth to a son shortly before the journey.
The Lewis and Clark Expedition
- Meriwether Lewis and William Clark led an expedition commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson to explore the Western United States.
- The expedition started in 1804.
- Lewis and Clark needed a guide and translator for navigating the unfamiliar terrain and interacting with Native American tribes.
- Sacagawea's husband was hired as the guide due to her knowledge of the region and language skills.
Sacagawea's Heroic Role
- Sacagawea provided crucial assistance, finding edible plants (berries, roots) to supplement food supplies.
- During a river mishap, Sacagawea saved important documents, including Lewis and Clark's journals.
- She facilitated peaceful interactions with Native American tribes, calming potential conflicts.
- Her knowledge of the terrain and understanding with other tribes significantly aided in the journey's success.
Sacagawea's Revelation
- During the expedition, Sacagawea discovered a connection to the chief of the Shoshone tribe, revealing her brother.
- This connection allowed the expedition to obtain vital horses that helped them cross the Rocky Mountains.
Later Life and Legacy
- Details of Sacagawea's life after the expedition are limited.
- Some historical accounts suggest she died from illness (possibly typhoid fever) in December 1812.
- Meriwether Lewis adopted Sacagawea's children after her death, ensuring their care.
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Explore the life of Sacagawea, a pivotal figure in the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Discover how her language skills and knowledge of the terrain contributed significantly to the success of the journey. This quiz highlights her heroic role and the broader context of the expedition.
