1. Imagine that Thomas Jefferson is looking for
great explorers for his new expedition.
Write a letter to Jefferson about why you should be picked to go on the expedition.
Include things like your personality, skills, and prior experiences. Compare these to Lewis and Clark’s expedition to help make your argument.
Introduction
3 reasons and 2 facts/examples each
Conclusion
Include at least one reference to Lewis and Clark’s expedition

2. Dear President Jefferson, My name is __(name)_____, and I am your explorer! I __(trait/skill #1)______, __(trait/skill #2)_______, and ____(trait/skill #3)_____. I __(trait/skill #1) ______. One time, _(fact/example)___. Also, __(fact/example)__. Lewis was _______, and he ______. Well, I am_(trait/skill #2)__, too! I ____(fact/example)___. Also, __(fact/example)_. I ____(trait/skill #3) _____. I ___(fact/example)____. A good explorer should __(trait/skill #1)______, (trait/skill #2)_______, and ____(trait/skill)_____. I would be a great explorer! Sincerely, ___(name)_____