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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to a mountain sheep's color later in the year?

2. Besides rest, what treatment did Russell receive in order to heal after returning to Fort Hall?

3. During what year was Fort Hall purchased from Mr. Wyeth?

4. Which animal ate the rest of the mountain sheep that Russell had stored?

5. What type of taste did the spring water at Lewis Lake have?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did Russell keep warm during the winter hunting of mountain sheep in Part 2 (pp. 144-163)?

2. How did Russell retrieve the skins that were stolen by the Crow Indians?

3. Which challenges did Russell and White face as they made their way back to Fort Hall after being wounded by Indians?

4. Which skills are involved with buffalo hunting?

5. What happened when Russell saw a grizzly bear in its den in Part 2 (pp. 184-196)?

6. What were some of the characteristics of the springs that were near Lewis Lake?

7. What description did Russell give of the Old Faithful geyser?

8. Why did Russell resent the robes that Fontanelle gave to him and the other men at Fort William?

9. How were Russell and White injured by the Indians at the end of Part 2 (pp.144-163)?

10. How large can an elk grow, and what causes them to become disoriented?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine three examples of lessons that Russell learned at the beginning of his expedition to the Rockies. Include an explanation of the significance of the lessons, how they were used later in his life, and the ways that they helped Russell be successful as a trapper.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the experiences that Russell had at Mutton Hill and Bridger's camp during the winter of 1836.

Essay Topic 3

One of the major events in the book was the robbery by the Crow Indians.

1) Describe the meeting between Russell, Allen, and Corm, and the Crow Indians before the robbery.

2) Explain how the robbery occurred, what was stolen, and the way that the horses and items were eventually recovered.

3) Analyze the trappers' reaction to the robbery and the Chief's apology. What effect did the robbery have on Russell's view of the Indians?

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