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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through pp. 144- 163.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Russell use to cut through the ice while hiking up the the snow covered mountain in Part 2 (pp.44-63)?
(a) A stick.
(b) A knife.
(c) A rock.
(d) His boot.

2. What did Russell use to keep warm in Part 2 (pp. 144-163) as he was hunting for elk during the winter?
(a) A blanket and an epishemore.
(b) A blanket, but not an epishemore.
(c) An epishemore, but not a blanket.
(d) Neither a blanket nor an epishemore.

3. Which sounds frightened Corm, the Irishman of the group, in Part 2 (pp. 104-123)?
(a) An elk whistling.
(b) A lion growling.
(c) Indian drums.
(d) A wolf howling.

4. Besides clothing, which one of the following was purchased by the trappers on July 5 in Part 2 (pp. 104-123)?
(a) Licorice.
(b) Coffee.
(c) Tea.
(d) Sugar.

5. Why was the hunting that Russell did with Elbridge in the mountains dangerous?
(a) The temperatures were colder.
(b) The ice was slippery.
(c) It was easier to get lost.
(d) The animals were more defensive.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which animal do the men kill and eat while staying at Secluded Valley in Part 2 (pp. 104-123)?

2. As a result of the battle with the Indians in the Teton Mountains, where was one man shot and injured?

3. On the night that Russell and his group arrived at the Stinking River, how many of their horses were stolen?

4. What term was used to describe the earth as the men camped by the hot springs of Yellowstone in Part 2 (pp. 84-103)?

5. How many horses were lost during the battle with the Indians in the Teton Mountains?

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