Question

Which best describes the achievement of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark?

A.Lewis and Clark explored the Louisiana Territory and kept detailed records of their findings.

B.Lewis and Clark led American forces in a war that gave the United States control of Texas.

C.Lewis and Clark led the American troops that conquered and took control of the Louisiana Territory.

D.Lewis and Clark created widespread interest in Texas before it became an American territory.

Answer 1

A. Lewis and Clark explored the Louisiana Territory and kept detailed records of their findings.

Answer 2

The correct answer is A) Lewis and Clark explored the Louisiana Territory and kept detailed records of their findings.

The statement that best describes the achievement of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark is "Lewis and Clark explored the Louisiana Territory and kept detailed records of their findings."

After the Louisiana Purchase of 1803, US President Thomas Jefferson ordered the exploration of the unknown territories. The expedition was led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. The expedition started in 1804 and ended in 1806 when both explorers returned to Washington DC to inform President Jefferson of the results of the expedition.