So how was the trip? What is your reflection on being a member of the Corps of Discovery? Your final task is to write one complete paragraph describing the trip, using one single word as your thesis. All of your supporting details from the trip (keep it historic) should relate to your single word. The paragraph should be included in your Unit 2 notebook AND posted on the Lewis and Clark Expedition Blog in your class period. When you post your reflection, sign your first name and last initial.
THE CATCH – You cannot have the same single word thesis as any other member of your period’s Corp of Discovery.
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Zanovia M.
The Expedition was Costly.
The Corps of Discovery was adventurous! We went through many long and tough rivers to succeed our goals. We also discovered many new animal and plant species such as the Parry Dog. Lewis was chased by a bear and almost got eaten! Along the way, we meet many Indiana tribes. One of the most adventurous parts was when he had to go around the five waterfall we found. All of us had to carry our boats and supplies around the waters. It took about a month to get everything down there. Lastly we found the Pacific ocean and started our jorney back! Its was about a three year trip, but it was worth everything!!!
Hayley G.
I believe, as a member of the Corps of Discovery, that our mission was sucessful. We have gained important friendships with the Native Americans of this area and trade will increase with the Native Americans because of the friendships that have been created. The maps that have been charted for this area will increase the knowledge of the people and will help us settle the west. The scientists of the US will benefit also from the journaled wildlife and plants of this area that they can learn about. Now that we have charted these lands, shipping of good will be faster because of the new rivers that our union has gained, and we will become a major factor in shipping because of the rivers. In all, this mission was a successful one and will probably be remembered as one of the most benefical expeditions ever in the history of the United States.
I believe, as a member of the Corps of Discovery, that our mission was sucessful. We have gained important friendships with the Native Americans of this area and trade will increase with the Native Americans because of the friendships that have been created. The maps that have been charted for this area will increase the knowledge of the people and will help us settle the west. The scientists of the US will benefit also from the journaled wildlife and plants of this area that they can learn about. Now that we have charted these lands, shipping of good will be faster because of the new rivers that our union has gained, and we will become a major factor in shipping because of the rivers. In all, this mission was a successful one and will probably be remembered as one of the most benefical expeditions ever in the history of the United States.
- Billy L.
As a member of the Corps of Discovery, I would have to say that the expedition was productive. Because of the long journey that we took, we have gained knowledge about Indians, plants, wildlife, different rivers, and paths. Also, because we have set up friendships, we will be able to trade and sell much more easily. The expedition may have been very excruciating, but it was all worth it.
~Laura
As a member of the Corps of Discovery, I believe our expedition was essential. We had the chance to explore land that we wanted to buy. We found paths and made alliances with Native American tribes. We encountered different plants that were either harmful or helpful. This scientific discovery was a huge help to making more discoveries and inferences. Even though the journey was a hard and long one, we discovered new land that was important to our growing nation in many ways.
-Jessie B.
As a member of the Corps of Discovery, I would have to say that the expedition was dangerous. At every turn, there was some type of danger. Whether it was from the cold winter,worries about Native Americans, Lewis almost falling off a cliff the first day of the adventure, or Lewis almost getting eaten by a bear(playing the part of Lewis, I was not very happy with this part). Native Americans were always a threat but never tried to hurt us until our return trip, thankfully. We did have one man die but it was from appendicitis, so it had nothing to do with the expedition.
~Claire Inda
The Corps of Discovery was challenging! The trip was very stressful and the weather did not help. The food was scarce and the men were getting sick from the temperatures. We did though, make many new friendships with the Indians which did help, but it wasn't all that easy. During our return home they did start to become a threat to us. Also, one of our men died of appendicitis but we didn't loose any others thankfully. The first day was very interesting and the next days didnt get much better. In the end though, we all worked together and worked through are challenges.
-Annelise G.
Sarah L.
I believe that this mission was risky. When the journey had just begun,I knew what I was getting into. I knew that the many things we would discover would be unknown to the U.S. so none of us knew what to expect, but that is partially what made me so excited- discovering something that no American has ever discovered before!
The Corps of Discovery was vital.It was vital, because we needed to find a water rout to the pacific, open up trade, discover what was out in the unknown lands, create alliances or allegiances and keep good relations with the Indians. In the end we did not find a water rout to the pacific, but did find an all land rout. In the unknown lands we discovered many new animals and plants. We did manage to keep peace with the Indians. This was vital to prevent an unnecessary war. Without this expedition we would not know what we were getting into when the land was bought.
Maddy W
The corps of discovery was hard. During the corps of discovery we faced many challenges. We had challenges with weather, mountains, Native Americans and navigating streams. I also faced another challenge which was pain in my back. This made it hard for me to do some of the things for part of the journey. But I am glad that we did this because it was important to the country.
Alex D
As a member of the Corps of Discovery, I believe our expedition was necessary. To know the land that we own, we must first explore it. This expedition gave us a better view of what this new nation offers us and how to use what’s offered. Exploring the new country also helps deliver peace with the Indian tribes. The Indians can offer us supplies and knowledge of the unexplored, since they know the new land much better and have been here much longer. Peace with the Native Indians also can help to dispute with land; the last thing that America wants is war in our own country. And lastly, exploring the new land helps us with new scientific discoveries that will be very useful in the future. The long, difficult journey was a necessary and useful success.
-Hudson B.
The Corps of Discovery was enduring. The travel completed by our team took almost 3 years round trip. The events that occured made it seem even longer, like weather, meetings with Native Americans, and days of rest. Our bent path of travel was dreary, and having to retrace our steps back home was all so very complicated.
The Corps of Discovery was enduring. The travel completed by our team took almost 3 years round trip. The events that occured made it seem even longer, like weather, meetings with Native Americans, and days of rest. Our bent path of travel was dreary, and having to retrace our steps back home was all so very complicated.
James L.
As a Corps of Discovery member I found the expedition to be exhausting. We had to row all day to get to our next campsite or pull with long polls which was very tiering i couldnt feel my arms by the end of the day not to mention the long portages carrying large heavy wooden canoes and pacs of food and tools for miles not knowing when we would reach a river again and by the time we got to a camp we had to set up camp, by clearing a space to stay cutting stuff down build a fire finding food or cooking food. I definately slept well every night. It was definately worth the work though.
-Daniel T
The Corps Discovery was daring. We had to travel through many treacherous rivers, including a combination of five huge waterfalls. We had to travel through many mountains like the Rocky and Biterroot Mountains. We also encountered animals like bears and prarie dogs. Meeting and making peace with the indians was not the easiest thing either.Even though this adventure was daring, we explored new land and learned about many new plants and animals.
Emily B.
The corps of discovery was interesting. We went from St. Louis all the way to the pacific and back, making new discoveries, about animals and plants. We also made a new trail to make it there. We made maps of the new area, and started trade with the Native Americans. We also found out that there is no direct water route to the Pacific but it is possible to get there and back, through the Rockies and the Prairies.
-Kyler W.
The corps of discovery was unexpected. There were many twists in the journey. We never expected to find so many new samples of wildlife- we brought back 180 samples of plants alone! We never expected to have an Indian guide (Sacagewa)who would show us everything. We never expected we would become such good friends with the Indians that we would stay with them for the entire winter! Nothing about this entire trip was expected!! Luckily, it was completely successful!
-Kimberly H.
Zanvia.
The jorney was costly. Thomas spent alot of money on the jorney faced but it was worth it. The money he used on the tools kept us safe(most of the time) but unfortantely one person died. That was another form of cost we had to face. We also had to pay with the toll we faced by leaving our families behind. I do not regret going on the trip even though we paid for it in more than one way. We didnt just pay with money but we paid with our hard work, and one with thier life. It was a trip to remmeber. Very risky. And o so costly.
ZanOvia!
As a member of the Corps of Discovery, i would like to report that i found the trip eye opening!
There was some many animals, people, culture, plant life, and magnificance in the west. The scientific discovery easily was worth the miles traveled and the dificulties we faced were well worth it!
k-p
The Corps of Discovery was excruciating. The weight that we had to carry when we portaged our canoes was unbearable. We had to row for hours and hours and days and days. I got strong but I also got tired. I never got enough sleep and I was always tired. Being with the same men for a long time was exasperating but this trip was necessary. We had to find more land and we had to discover more. I'm happy with what we found but it's an experiance that I wish never to go through again. The pain and the tiredness got to me after awhile.
Lexi M.
As a member of the Corps of Discovery, I believe that our expedition was very worthwhile. Although it was very difficult and dangerous, it was worthwhile because we made so many important discoveries. Our expedition allowed us to map parts of America that had never been charted before and establish good relationships with Indian tribes that will create trade. We also made many crucial scientific discoveries. Even though our trip was long and treacherous it was very rewarding and worthwhile.
-Emma K.
Ben Walker
The expedition was marvelous. We discovered copious amounts of plant and animal life, and explored an entire new world of beauty that nobody ever had before. There were wide expanses of woods and plains and rivers and many (mostly) kind, loving and generous indian tribes. Prairie Dogs were my favorite animal we encountered! The expedition has paved the way for settlers to move west and expand our glorious country. What a wonderful expedition!
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