Ken Burns Directions: Your goal is to learn as much as you can about the role of York and his contributions as he traveled with Lewis and Clark on their exploration of the West. Using Internet sites, videos, and library resources, complete the following fact sheet.
1. Describe at least five ways that York assisted Lewis and Clark on the journey. Explain why each of these was important.
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2. Describe at least three risks York had to take in order to be a member of the expedition.
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3. Explain why you think York was eager to take risks and travel with Lewis and Clark.
4. The Native Americans were especially impressed with York. In a paragraph, explain why this was true.
5. Locate the following facts about York. Record the answers to each question below.
A. How old was York when he began the expedition with Lewis and Clark?
B. What was York’s marital status at the time of the trip?
C. What was the primary reason York was chosen for the expedition?
D. What made York different from everyone else in the expedition?
E. What did York request as payment for his help on the expedition?
F. Describe York’s physical traits?
G. What happened to York after the expedition ended?
H. What privileges did York enjoy on the expedition that he was not allowed to have before or after the expedition?
