The best objective for the expedition of Lewis and Clark represented in the illustration would likely be "gaining knowledge of the region's geography." The primary purpose of the expedition was to explore and map the newly acquired territories of the Louisiana Purchase, as well as to gather information about the land, resources, and geographical features, which would align closely with gaining knowledge of the region's geography.
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
• documenting a safe route to the Pacific Ocean
• learning about the territory's Native Americans
• gaining knowledge of the region's geography
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