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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter IX, Ffrom The Mouth Of The Uinta River To The Junction Of The Grand and Green.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Powell began his journey down the Colorado, how long did they bring rations for?
(a) 18 months.
(b) 12 months.
(c) 15 months.
(d) 10 months.

2. After the wreck in the Canyon of Lodore, how did the men travel for the next two miles?
(a) Rowed.
(b) Swam.
(c) Walked.
(d) Ran.

3. Who camped at the same location in the Canyon of Ladore where Powell's group was at?
(a) Emma's party.
(b) Ashley's party.
(c) Beth's party.
(d) Nicole's party.

4. What was the name of the barren and lonely canyon the men reach on July 8th?
(a) Canyon of Devastation.
(b) Canyon of Solitude.
(c) Canyon of Desolation.
(d) Canyon of Loneliness.

5. The crew had an uncomfortable night on July 12th. Why?
(a) A rainstorm.
(b) Wild animals.
(c) A sandstorm.
(d) Freezing temperatures.

Short Answer Questions

1. What shape is Bowknot Bend?

2. Who made shelters of boughs and bark?

3. What did the men do around the fire on July 11th?

4. The Terrace Plateaus are a group of ______.

5. What is "The Butte of the Cross" named after?

(see the answer key)

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