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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, pp. 44-63.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On which river was Fort Hall built?
(a) Powder River.
(b) Snake River.
(c) Greybull River.
(d) Firehole River.

2. Which one of the following was not included in the group of men that joined the expedition with Russell in Part 1?
(a) Scientists.
(b) Trappers.
(c) Painters.
(d) Missionaries.

3. What did the men follow in Part 2 (pp.44-63) to reach the Teton Mountains?
(a) A trail.
(b) A map.
(c) A creek.
(d) A forest.

4. When did the men first see the Indians in the Teton Mountains in Part 2 (pp.44-63)?
(a) November 8.
(b) July 28.
(c) June 28.
(d) September 8.

5. What time of day was it when the men first saw the Indians in the Teton Mountains?
(a) Midnight.
(b) Evening.
(c) Afternoon.
(d) Morning.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which river, near Ham's Fork, did the expedition meet the hunters after crossing the Continental Divide in Part 1?

2. What kind of animal skins did the men trade with the Indians for supplies at Yellowstone River?

3. Why was it difficult to trap beavers along the river in Part 1?

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

5. In Part 1, as the men were at the Fort trading with the Indians, how many miles north were Bridger's men?

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