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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. When did the men reach Fort William?

2. Who was with Russell as he traveled west towards the Willamette River?

3. As explained in the Appendix, what size of animals does a wolverine eat?

4. Where was Russell when he saw a grizzly bear in its den?

5. What did the Indians use Flathead language for at the end of Part 2?

Short Essay Questions

1. What description did Russell give of the Old Faithful geyser?

2. Which plan for trapping beavers along the Big Horn River did Russell discuss in Part 2 (pp. 124-143)?

3. How did Russell heal from his leg injury after returning to Fort Hall in Part 2 (pp. 164-183)?

4. How large can an elk grow, and what causes them to become disoriented?

5. Which view did Russell describe at the beginning of Part 2 (pp. 184-196)?

6. What did Russell notice about the Salt Lake region in Part 2 (pp. 184-196), and whom did he meet when he returned to Fort Hall?

7. Who was Mr. Biggs?

8. What battle took place at the beginning of Part 2 (pp. 144-163)?

9. Where did Russell and Elbridge store the buffalo in Part 2 (pp. 164-183), and what happened to it?

10. Which challenges did Russell and White face as they made their way back to Fort Hall after being wounded by Indians?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Elbridge was a good friend of Russell's, and the two trappers were known for their camaraderie.

1) Describe Elbridge and the friendship he had with Russell.

2) Explain two examples of adventures that Russell had with Elbridge.

3) Analyze the various people that Russell associated with during the book in comparison to his friendship with Elbridge.

Essay Topic 2

One of the major events in the book was the robbery by the Crow Indians.

1) Describe the meeting between Russell, Allen, and Corm, and the Crow Indians before the robbery.

2) Explain how the robbery occurred, what was stolen, and the way that the horses and items were eventually recovered.

3) Analyze the trappers' reaction to the robbery and the Chief's apology. What effect did the robbery have on Russell's view of the Indians?

Essay Topic 3

Encounters with Indians were a common occurrence for Russell and the other trappers throughout the book.

1) Describe the differences between friendly and hostile Indians for the trappers.

2) Explain how Russell associated with certain tribes and what he learned from them.

3) Analyze three reports of Indian attacks from other trapping parties and Russell's response to them.

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