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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which animal did Russell and some other trappers hunt to keep a steady food supply during the winter in Part 2 (pp. 84-103)?
(a) Chickens.
(b) Goats.
(c) Rabbits.
(d) Buffalo.

2. Which creek did Russell travel to after passing the Salt River during the Spring in Part 2 (pp.64-83)?
(a) Greys Creek.
(b) Plateau Creek.
(c) Shell Creek.
(d) Chugwater Creek.

3. How many Indians approached when the men were burning their goods in Part 2 (pp. 104-123)?
(a) Fifteen.
(b) Ten.
(c) Twenty five.
(d) Twenty.

4. What was the date when the group crossed the Continental Divide in Part 1?
(a) June 28.
(b) July 22.
(c) June 18.
(d) July 12.

5. Following the Indian attack, what caused the party to become disabled?
(a) Animals were shot and men deserted.
(b) Men deserted and weapons were lost.
(c) Deserting men and inclement weather.
(d) Lost weapons and inclement weather.

6. As a result of the battle with the Indians in the Teton Mountains, where was one man shot and injured?
(a) The leg.
(b) The arm.
(c) The foot.
(d) The shoulder.

7. While camping with Bridger's men between February and March, how did Russell describe the provisions?
(a) Adequate.
(b) Excellent.
(c) Average.
(d) Poor.

8. Which rest stop did the men travel to after leaving Yellowstone Lake?
(a) Esterbrook.
(b) Secluded Valley.
(c) Middle Fork.
(d) Names Hill.

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

10. How many Indians did Russell encounter in Part 2 (pp.44-63) after descending the snow covered mountain?
(a) Eight.
(b) Two.
(c) Four.
(d) Six.

11. When Fort Hall was resupplied, what direction did Russell travel to for the winter?
(a) Southeast.
(b) Northwest.
(c) Northeast.
(d) Southwest.

12. How many horses were lost during the battle with the Indians in the Teton Mountains?
(a) Ten.
(b) Four.
(c) Eight.
(d) Six.

13. What type of meat did Russell have while staying with Bridger's men between February and March?
(a) Chicken.
(b) Turkey.
(c) Bull.
(d) Venison.

14. As the group traveled near Jackson's Lake, what insects were noted as being absent because of the cold?
(a) Bees.
(b) Ants.
(c) Mosquitoes.
(d) Flies.

15. How was Russell's stay through the winter in Part 2 (pp.64-83), before leaving in February?
(a) He was comfortable and entertained.
(b) He was well-fed, entertained, and comfortable.
(c) He was well-fed and comfortable.
(d) He was well-fed and entertained.

Short Answer Questions

1. What year was it when Russell joined twenty beaver trappers in Part 1?

2. When did Russell reach the 25-Yard River in Part 2?

3. What did the Indians do before following the men and robbing them in Part 2 (pp. 104-123)?

4. What was the name of the Indian village that Russell found near Big Horn Mountain in Part 2?

5. On which river was Fort Hall built?

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