How did the Lewis and Clark expedition relate to the Louisiana Purchase?

Responses

A. The expedition was intended to explore the newly acquired territory so Americans could begin settlement.

B. The expedition was intended to make sure American Indians knew that the French had sold the land.

C. The expedition was intended to set up new Protestant churches throughout the new territories.

D. The expedition was intended to establish a major trading port on the Pacific coast.

A. The expedition was intended to explore the newly acquired territory so Americans could begin settlement.