What was the purpose of the Lewis and Clark expedition?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. To explore the western territory
- Step 1: They explored the Louisiana Territory and reached the Pacific. Answer: To explore the western territory. Why not the others: To fight the British in the Northwest, To find a water route to India and To start a settlement in Florida don't fit.
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