What type of pet did Meriwether Lewis bring on the famous Lewis and Clark Expedition?
A. Cat
B. Dog
C. Pets were not allowed

Answer: B. Meriwether Lewis acquired a Newfoundland dog while purchasing supplies for the expedition. He named it "Seaman" and the dog served as a hunter, a watchdog and a curiosity to the Indians who thought it was a tame bear. The fate of Seaman is debated. Some say he did not finish the journey and others claim he outlived Captain Lewis.

What mountain range did the Lewis and Clark Expedition cross on the Nez Perce Trail?
A. Bitterroot Mountains
B. Rocky Mountains
C. Cascade Mountains

Answer: The Nez Perce Trail led over the Bitterroot Mountains and, even though the Corp crossed at Lolo Pass, they found the trail was steep and rocky. They encountered downed windfall trees, snow drifts, sparse grass for the horses and hardly any wild game. The crossing took eleven days. To keep from starving, the men were forced to kill and eat three of their horses.