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

2. On July 24th, the crew descended rapids. How far did they go in one day?

3. On July 18th, how long did Powell estimate their rations will last?

4. In the Mormon town of Schunesburg, what did Powell and his party feast on?

5. Why were so many gathered at the Fort on October 30?

Short Essay Questions

1. What items were lost in the wreck on July 11th?

2. What did the men find on July 29th?

3. At the end of Chapter VIII, which member of Powell's party decided not to continue on the journey?

4. Powell got into a dangerous situation in Chapter VIII. How did Bradley save him?

5. What were the signals of Indians in the illustrations in Chapter XI?

6. Describe the trip through the Canyon of Desolation.

7. What did Powell do while out exploring when he saw a storm coming from the south?

8. In Chapter XIII, how did Powell plan to get over the river?

9. In mid July, how many months of rations did they have left? Why?

10. How was the second expedition different from the first?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The members of of Powell's team showed extraordinary courage on their journey down the Colorado River. They ventured into unknown territory, faced life threatening rapids, and the great unknown. Using examples from the text, analyze the motif of courage as shown in The Exploration of the of Colorado River and Its Canyons.

Essay Topic 2

From what point of view is the book told? What advantages and disadvantages does this point of view provide? How might the book be different if told from an alternate point of view?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze Powell's leadership qualities as they relate to his exploration of the Colorado River. What qualified him as a leader? Was he a good leader? Support your answer with evidence from the text.

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