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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter VII, The Canyon of Lodore.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Powell first visit the Colorado territory?
(a) 1855.
(b) 1872.
(c) 1869.
(d) 1867.

2. What caused dangerous conditions in Flaming Gorge?
(a) Stormy weather.
(b) Rapids.
(c) Indian tribes.
(d) Wild bears.

3. What animal is found in the great timber region of Arizona?
(a) Buffalo.
(b) Wild turkey.
(c) Goat.
(d) Jackalope.

4. What did Powell discover about estimating slope while in camp on May 31st?
(a) The height of a mountain must be seen from a distance.
(b) The slope of a mountain must be seen in profile.
(c) The topograpy of a plateau is denser than a mesa.
(d) The rise of a mountain must be seen from the north.

5. The Colorado River forms a natural boundary between which two states?
(a) Nevada and Utah.
(b) Califonria and Nevada.
(c) Utah and Arizona.
(d) California and Arizona.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many rivers flow through the Pink Cliffs?

2. Which boat was lost for a short time in the rapids near the end of the Canyon of Lodore?

3. What canyon after Flaming Gorge is named for its unique shape?

4. Powell compared the Terrace Plateaus to what?

5. How many miles were covered between Green River City and Flaming Gorge?

(see the answer key)

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