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Cause and Consequence of the Louisiana Purchase: Lewis & Clark Expedition

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the causes and consequences of the Louisiana Purchase, focusing on the Lewis & Clark expedition and its significance in American history.

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#Explain the reasons behind the Louisiana Purchase and the Lewis & Clark expedition
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#Analyse how the Lewis & Clark expedition impacted American expansion

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Cause and Consequence of the Louisiana Purchase: Lewis & Clark Expedition

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Introduction to the Louisiana Purchase and Lewis & Clark

The Louisiana Purchase was a land deal between France and the United States in 1803, in which the US bought a vast territory west of the Mississippi River. This purchase doubled the size of the US and opened up new opportunities for exploration.

Lewis & Clark were appointed by President Thomas Jefferson to explore this new territory, with the goal of mapping the land, establishing American presence, and finding a route to the Pacific Ocean.

The expedition began in 1804 and lasted over two years, providing valuable information about the geography, native peoples, and resources of the west.

Source A: Letter from Meriwether Lewis

'Our journey has revealed a land of great promise, filled with uncharted rivers, mountains, and diverse peoples. The expedition has opened new horizons for our nation.' Provenance: Letter written by Meriwether Lewis, 1805

1.
Explain why the Louisiana Purchase was important for the United States. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the main goals of the Louisiana Purchase with those of the Lewis & Clark expedition. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
3.
Outline the main consequences of the Lewis & Clark expedition. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
4.
Analyse how the Louisiana Purchase contributed to American expansion. Use evidence from the expedition if possible. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
5.
Write a brief summary of the significance of Lewis & Clark’s expedition for the United States. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Compare the short-term and long-term effects of the Louisiana Purchase. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
7.
Explain how the Lewis & Clark expedition influenced American views on westward expansion. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
8.
Analyse the importance of the Louisiana Purchase and the Lewis & Clark expedition in shaping the future of the United States. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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