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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter VII, The Canyon of Lodore.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did the men stop on May 25th?
(a) To test out the sexton.
(b) To repair one of the boats.
(c) To hunt sheep.
(d) To wash clothes.

2. What is the river like in the Canyon of Lodore?
(a) Fast moving current.
(b) Sandbars.
(c) Rapids.
(d) Calm water.

3. What is found in Walnut Canyon?
(a) An oasis.
(b) Volcanic pools.
(c) Cliff houses.
(d) Walnut trees.

4. Describe the mood of the men on the morning of May 30th.
(a) Jubilous.
(b) Anxious.
(c) Somber.
(d) Excited.

5. What were the dwellings of the Ute known as?
(a) Rancherias.
(b) Casitas.
(c) Teepees.
(d) Casas.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of geographical feature is the Tavaputs?

2. The Colorado River forms where which two rivers meet?

3. Which Indian tribes inhabited the area from Fremont's Peak to the UIinta Mountains?

4. What inscription did the men find on June 2nd?

5. Where do the Wind River, the Green River and the Gros Ventre River begin?

(see the answer key)

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