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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. Who lead the cult societies within clans?

2. What governed the Indian tribe Powell visited in Chapter XIV?

3. Describe the view of Marble Canyon from Vermillion Cliffs.

4. What item of clothing was Powell saved by when climbing cliffs in Chapter VIII?

5. Who replenished the remaining men's supplies after Grand Wash?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the rain ceremony Powell observed.

2. What problems did the group have at Echo Park?

3. Where did Powell party travel after Tusayan?

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

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

6. Describe the town of Oraibi.

7. Describe the town of Zuni.

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

9. What made the crew sick at the beginning of Chapter IX?

10. In Chapter XI, the boats were able to travel faster. Why?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the introduction, when describing Powell's book, the narrator states, "As a scientific report, it has its weaknesses." In an essay, agree or disagree with this statement. Why?

Essay Topic 2

Select one member of Powell's team. What strengths did he bring to the team? What liabilities did he bring? What contributions did the person make to the expedition.

Essay Topic 3

Powell described several Indian tribes that he came across. Choose one of these and write an essay following the GRAPES format about the tribe (Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economics, and Social Structure).

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