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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. Why was Russell having problems walking after not eating for three days on his way to Fort Hall?

2. What did the Indians use Flathead language for at the end of Part 2?

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

4. Which river did the men hunt before going into winter quarters in Part 2 (pp. 144-163)?

5. How many men did the Indian Chief admit to sending to rob Russell?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. What did Russell observe at the Indian village at the end of Part 2 (pp. 124-143)?

4. How did Russell heal from his leg injury after returning to Fort Hall in Part 2 (pp. 164-183)?

5. Who was Mr. Biggs?

6. How did Russell discuss the Shoshone Indians in the Appendix?

7. What caused Russell and Elbridge to temporarily lose their vision in Part 2 (pp. 164-183)?

8. What did Russell notice about the Salt Lake region in Part 2 (pp. 184-196), and whom did he meet when he returned to Fort Hall?

9. What facts about the wolverine did Russell provide in the Appendix?

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

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

Elbridge was a good friend of Russell's, and the two trappers were known for their camaraderie.

1) Describe Elbridge and the friendship he had with Russell.

2) Explain two examples of adventures that Russell had with Elbridge.

3) Analyze the various people that Russell associated with during the book in comparison to his friendship with Elbridge.

Essay Topic 3

Yellowstone Lake was a central location for a lot of the events that took place in Journal of a Trapper.

1) Describe Yellowstone Lake as it was presented by Russell, including the surrounding areas that were mentioned.

2) Explain two major events from the book that took place near Yellowstone.

3) Analyze the phrases that Russell used to depict Yellowstone and the literary effect they had on the book.

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