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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5: Chief of Scouts- Chapter 25 and 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The trail Jim Bridger proposed would later be the route of the Overland Stage, the Union Pacific Railroad, and what else?
(a) The Mountain Man Rendezvous Camp.
(b) The Pony Express.
(c) The gold rush trail.
(d) The Morman Calvery.

2. When Indians attacked Henry's party in the beginning of Chapter 5, how many men were wounded?
(a) Six.
(b) Four.
(c) Two.
(d) Three.

3. Jim was able to have wages left over to buy blankets for what reason?
(a) To give to his children.
(b) To use for his horses.
(c) To trade with the Indians.
(d) To keep his bed warm.

4. What country was Sir George Gore from?
(a) Ireland.
(b) Brazil.
(c) France.
(d) Canada.

5. As a result of the tragedy of murder and Jim Bridger's daughter being taken away, it was clear that the mountains were no place for what?
(a) Civilized people.
(b) Dogs and cows.
(c) Women and children.
(d) Greenhorns.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was Sir George Gore's favorite author?

2. What was the name of Jim Bridger's son that was a veteran of the Civil War?

3. Which tribe was allies with the Blackfeet Indians?

4. How many men did Vanderburgh take with him into Blackfoot country?

5. Washington Irving wrote about Sublette's brigade on the march. What does Washington write about Sublette's arm?

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