Social Studies Worksheet · Grades 5–8
The Louisiana Purchase Worksheet
A printable social studies worksheet for grades 5-8 on the Louisiana Purchase. Students learn how the United States bought a huge territory from France in 1803, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Social Studies
Grades
Grades 5–8
Skill Focus
The Louisiana Purchase, us history
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
The Louisiana Purchase of 1803 doubled the size of the United States when it bought a huge territory from France. This worksheet teaches the key facts – President Jefferson, the price, the Mississippi River, and Lewis and Clark.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box explains the purchase. Section A has eight clues to match to the correct term. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with answers for every item. The worksheet pairs well with the Westward Expansion and Famous Explorers worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review the key facts.
Match each clue to its term in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Westward Expansion Worksheet for what came next.
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The Louisiana Purchase Worksheet
A printable social studies worksheet for grades 5-8 on the Louisiana Purchase. Students learn how the United States bought a huge territory from France in 1803, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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