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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. Near the pinion pines that Powell reached, what difficulty did he face?
(a) A downpour of rain.
(b) He was temporarily lost.
(c) Dehydration.
(d) Attacked by Indians.

2. What device needed to be repaired on May 27th?
(a) Barometer.
(b) Sexton.
(c) Thermometer.
(d) Chronometer.

3. Powell compared the Terrace Plateaus to what?
(a) A pair of shoes.
(b) A wooden roller coaster.
(c) Tall buildings.
(d) Steps in a staircase.

4. What is found in Walnut Canyon?
(a) Volcanic pools.
(b) Walnut trees.
(c) Cliff houses.
(d) An oasis.

5. On September 25, what did they camp near?
(a) Cottwood groves.
(b) The Colorado.
(c) A well.
(d) A stream.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Colorado River forms where which two rivers meet?

2. How many men continued on after September 1?

3. The crew had an uncomfortable night on July 12th. Why?

4. What is the height of the escarpment?

5. Where did the men stop in Chapter VI?

(see the answer key)

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