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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through pp. 184-196.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did the men reach Fort William?
(a) November 8.
(b) November 28.
(c) November 22.
(d) November 18.

2. When Fort Hall was resupplied, what direction did Russell travel to for the winter?
(a) Southwest.
(b) Southeast.
(c) Northwest.
(d) Northeast.

3. What type of meat did Russell have while staying with Bridger's men between February and March?
(a) Chicken.
(b) Turkey.
(c) Venison.
(d) Bull.

4. Who was with the Presbyterian preacher who was traveling back to the States in Part 2?
(a) A wife and two children.
(b) A wife and child.
(c) A wife, a child, and another family.
(d) A wife and other relatives.

5. After spending the winter at Fort Hall, what did Russell find at the Great Salt Lake in the spring?
(a) Small numbers of ducks and other water birds.
(b) Large numbers of ducks and other water birds.
(c) Small numbers of fish.
(d) Large numbers of fish.

Short Answer Questions

1. During what month did Russell see a grizzly bear in its den in Part 2?

2. When were the trappers attacked by the Indians in Part 2 (pp.64-83)?

3. How did Russell feel about the leader of his group after meeting the Flathead Indians?

4. Who was with Russell as he traveled west towards the Willamette River?

5. Where did Russell and fifteen other men travel to for the winter in Part 2?

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