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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. How were the stolen beaver skins recognized as belonging to Russell?
2. When were the heavy snows first discussed in Part 2 (pp. 144-163)?
3. After spending the winter at Fort Hall, what did Russell find at the Great Salt Lake in the spring?
4. As Part 2 (pp. 124-143) began, what were the men still doing in order to survive the winter?
5. During what month were the men setting traps by Grey's River?
Short Essay Questions
1. Why did Russell resent the robes that Fontanelle gave to him and the other men at Fort William?
2. How did Russell keep warm during the winter hunting of mountain sheep in Part 2 (pp. 144-163)?
3. What battle took place at the beginning of Part 2 (pp. 144-163)?
4. Which skills are involved with buffalo hunting?
5. How did Russell heal from his leg injury after returning to Fort Hall in Part 2 (pp. 164-183)?
6. What description did Russell give of the Old Faithful geyser?
7. What facts about the wolverine did Russell provide in the Appendix?
8. How was Russell left alone at the end of Part 2 (pp. 164-183)?
9. Who was Mr. Biggs?
10. What did Russell talk to the Sioux Indian about in Part 2 (pp. 124-143)?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Discuss the differences in the way that Russell, Allen, and Corm viewed the Secluded Valley. Include an analysis of Russell's description for the valley. How did each man's background influence that man's opinion of the Secluded Valley?
Essay Topic 2
Describe in detail the first two times that Russell encountered hostile Indians and the effect they had on Russell's view of the Indian tribes. For each event, explain the circumstances, location, and actions of both the Indians and the trappers.
Essay Topic 3
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.
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