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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year did Russell join the expedition in Independence, Missouri, at the beginning of Part 1?
(a) 1832.
(b) 1843.
(c) 1823.
(d) 1834.

2. Following the Indian attack, what caused the party to become disabled?
(a) Animals were shot and men deserted.
(b) Deserting men and inclement weather.
(c) Men deserted and weapons were lost.
(d) Lost weapons and inclement weather.

3. When the raft fell apart on the return trip across the Fork, what did Russell worry about losing?
(a) His clothes, but not his tents.
(b) His clothes and tents.
(c) His tents, but not his clothes.
(d) Neither his clothes nor his tents.

4. What is another name for the Big Horn River?
(a) Wind River.
(b) Large Horn River.
(c) Buffalo River.
(d) Big Horn Sea.

5. Besides passing sheep, what was the Sheep Rock known for?
(a) Oil.
(b) Mineral springs.
(c) Thunderstorms.
(d) Strong winds.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. When Fort Hall was resupplied, what direction did Russell travel to for the winter?

3. Which fruit was being enjoyed by the bears that Russell observed at the 25-Yard River?

4. Where was the raft found the next day, after being separated from the men in Part 2 (pp.44-63)?

5. How wide is Yellowstone Lake?

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