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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through pp. 84-103.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Russell reach the 25-Yard River in Part 2?
(a) August.
(b) July.
(c) September.
(d) November.

2. 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 knife.
(b) A rock.
(c) A stick.
(d) His boot.

3. Which river, near Ham's Fork, did the expedition meet the hunters after crossing the Continental Divide in Part 1?
(a) Madison River.
(b) Sweetwater River.
(c) Green River.
(d) Cheyenne River.

4. What was the name of the Indian village that Russell found near Big Horn Mountain in Part 2?
(a) Long Hair's Troop.
(b) Long Hair's Camp.
(c) Long Hair's Pack.
(d) Long Hair's Band.

5. As the group split up in Part 2 (pp.44-63), where did the men with Russell think they were initially?
(a) Rock Creek.
(b) Swift Creek.
(c) Big Horn.
(d) They were lost.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many villages of Flathead Indians did the men meet in Part 2?

2. How many men drowned while crossing the Fork on a horse in Part 2 (pp.44-63)?

3. How many men were on the expedition to the Rockies when Russell joined in Part 1?

4. Which creek did Russell travel to after passing the Salt River during the Spring in Part 2 (pp.64-83)?

5. Including Russell, how many men did Wyeth leave at Fort Hall in Part 1?

(see the answer key)

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