AP US Historyeasymcq1 pt
The Lewis and Clark expedition was commissioned to
A.explore the Louisiana Territory to the Pacific
B.conquer Spanish Mexico
C.negotiate with Britain
D.build a transcontinental railroad
Explanation
Core Concept
Jefferson sent the Corps of Discovery to map the purchase, study its peoples and wildlife, and find a water route west.
Correct Answer
Aexplore the Louisiana Territory to the Pacific
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