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

2. What cliffs are located between the Pink Cliffs?
(a) The Brown Cliffs.
(b) The White Cliffs.
(c) The Grey Cliffs.
(d) The Red Cliffs.

3. What was the name of the pioneer boat?
(a) "Emma Dean."
(b) Beth Riley."
(c) "Emily Jim."
(d) "Mary Joe."

4. What do the Terrace Plateaus not have?
(a) Volcanos.
(b) Buttes.
(c) Mesas.
(d) Canyons.

5. What obstacle did the group encounter on June 1st?
(a) A waterfall.
(b) An Indian tribe.
(c) Illness.
(d) Stron rapids.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did Powell first visit the Colorado territory?

2. What did Powell discover about estimating slope while in camp on May 31st?

3. What is the name of the canyon the group explores on May 26th?

4. What are the skills of the Zuni Indians?

5. What is the Bill Williams River also known as?

(see the answer key)

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