Native American Nations and Geography Encountered

Questions

1. MultiChoice

   Which powerful Native American nation on the Upper Missouri River controlled trade routes in present-day North Dakota?

2. MultiChoice

   Which Native American nation encountered on the Great Plains was known for tense standoffs over river passage toll demands?

3. MultiChoice

   Which tribe's location at the headwaters of the Missouri made them key suppliers of horses for mountain crossing?

4. MultiChoice

   Which Pacific Northwest tribe was known for skilled dugout canoe building and salmon fishing along the Columbia River?

5. MultiChoice

   What was a primary purpose given by President Jefferson for mapping Native American locations during the expedition?

6. MultiChoice

   What sign of peace and friendship did Lewis and Clark present to tribal leaders they met?

7. MultiChoice

   Which Native American woman served as an interpreter and symbol of peaceful intentions because she traveled with a baby?

8. MultiChoice

   What Nez Perce leader helped ensure the safety of the expedition's horses while they traveled to the Pacific?

9. MultiChoice

   What major food source was generously provided by the Nez Perce to the starving expedition members coming out of the mountains?

10. MultiChoice

    Which northern plain tribe did Meriwether Lewis have a violent encounter with on the return trip near the Marias River?

11. MultiChoice

    Sacagawea belonged to which Native American nation by birth before being captured by the Hidatsa?

12. MultiChoice

    What geographical advantage did the Mandan villages provide as a wintering spot for the expedition in 1804–1805?