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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through pp. 64- 83.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which type of bear did Russell shoot in the shoulder before being attacked in Part 1?
(a) Cave.
(b) Sun.
(c) Grizzly.
(d) Brown.

2. What year was it when Russell joined twenty beaver trappers in Part 1?
(a) 1853.
(b) 1847.
(c) 1874.
(d) 1835.

3. How many hunters met by Ham's Fork in Part 1?
(a) Six hundred.
(b) Two hundred.
(c) Eight hundred.
(d) Four hundred.

4. In order to cross the Fork, what did the men use to make a boat in Part 2 (pp.44-63)?
(a) Leaves.
(b) Buffalo skin.
(c) Snake skin.
(d) Wool.

5. Which river, near Ham's Fork, did the expedition meet the hunters after crossing the Continental Divide in Part 1?
(a) Green River.
(b) Madison River.
(c) Sweetwater River.
(d) Cheyenne River.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1, as the men were at the Fort trading with the Indians, how many miles north were Bridger's men?

2. As the group split up in Part 2 (pp.44-63), where did the men with Russell think they were initially?

3. When did Russell make the rendezvous where Mr. Wyeth brought supplies in Part 2 (pp.64-83)?

4. How many men were injured when they were fired upon by the Indians in the Spring?

5. How many Indians did Russell encounter in Part 2 (pp.44-63) after descending the snow covered mountain?

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