Question

Use the image to answer the question.

Lewis and Clark’s group are shown standing on the edge of a Native American camp, about to shake hands with the Natives’ leader. Many other Natives are standing nearby.
Question
Which of Jefferson's objectives for the expedition of Lewis and Clark is best represented in this illustration?
(1 point)
Responses

forcing the territory’s Natives Americans from their land
forcing the territory’s Natives Americans from their land

documenting a safe route to the Pacific Ocean
documenting a safe route to the Pacific Ocean

learning about the territory’s Native Americans
learning about the territory’s Native Americans

gaining knowledge of the region’s geography

Answer 1

learning about the territory’s Native Americans

Explanation: The scene shows diplomatic contact and interaction with Native leaders, which reflects Jefferson’s goal to learn about and establish relations with Native American peoples.