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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter XIII, Over the River.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the name of the tower rocks Powell could see while exploring the canyons on September 12?
(a) Tower of Rocks.
(b) Arch of the Crescent.
(c) Temples of the Virgen.
(d) Tomb of the Blessed.

2. What happened to the three men that left the first expedition early?
(a) They were killed by Indians.
(b) They return with Powell to try again.
(c) They became rich after selling their story to the press.
(d) They made it to the Mormon village.

3. What is Sierra Escalante named after?
(a) A Mexican explorer.
(b) An American farmer.
(c) A Spanish priest.
(d) An Indian chief.

4. How far away was the Uinta Indian settlement from the river?
(a) 10 miles.
(b) 5 miles.
(c) 3 miles.
(d) 40 miles.

5. What is the park in Chapter VIII named after?
(a) Waterfalls.
(b) Echoes.
(c) Canyons.
(d) Rocks.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Powell sitting near at the end of Chapter XII?

2. What divides the Plateau Province?

3. When Powell began his journey down the Colorado, how many boats did he have?

4. After crossing the river, what was the name of the summit they reached?

5. Which of the following was not seen by the crew in Chapter X?

(see the answer key)

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