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Just Think: What does it mean to explore?
Today, I will be able to explain the hardships that Lewis and
Clark’s expedition faced.
Turn in the Jefferson notes and questions by Monday.
The following assignments are late: Turn in chapter 9 assignments
(9.1, 9.3, 9.4 and poster) ,10.1 is past due (10 pts).
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Make sure you pick up a chapter 10 reading. You are assigned
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You will have homework assigned 13 March due on the 18th
to read 10.l/10.2 (266-75). Monday, we’ll be in the
library. There will be a quiz on Wednesday 18 March.
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1794-5: An agreement between the United
States and Spain that allows the U.S. to use the
Mississippi River and the port of New Orleans.
The 3rd Treaty of San Ildefonso gave France
control of the Louisiana Territory from the
Spanish.
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Political beliefs:
Strict interpretation of the U.S. Constitution
 Limited federal government
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Political actions:
Bought the Louisiana territory from the French
 This power is NOT stated in the U.S. Constitution
 This enhances the role of the federal government.
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**Reasons
Constitutionally the president does have the ability to
negotiate treaties with Senate approval.
This purchase brings security to our country and doubles the
size of the nation for a reasonable price.
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1804-06 (3 years total)
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Trek will span 8000 miles
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Called the “Corps of Discovery”
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There will be a clear map and pathway to the Pacific
Ocean.
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Over 200 different plants and animals species recorded.
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lewis and clark doc