The objective that is best represented in the illustration of Lewis and Clark’s group about to shake hands with the Native American leader is learning about the territory’s Native Americans. This scene highlights the interaction and engagement between the expedition members and the Native Americans, which aligns with Jefferson's goal of understanding the peoples, cultures, and societies encountered during the expedition.
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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?
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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
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