Undaunted Courage | Topics for Further Study

Examine early artwork of the American West, such as the paintings by George Catlin. What impression do you get of American Indian tribes or of the geography of the American West? Write a reader’s response to one or more of these pieces of artwork.

Lewis underwent a quick course of scientific study before setting out on the expedition. Conduct research to find out more about early nineteenth-century scientific knowledge and learning. How much help do you think this knowledge lent to Lewis on the expedition? Explain your answer.

Ambrose states that Lewis probably...

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