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Mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada by Clarence King
  • 1. Who is the author of 'Mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada'?
A) Ansel Adams
B) Edward Whymper
C) John Muir
D) Clarence King
  • 2. What geographical range does the book focus on?
A) Rocky Mountains
B) Sierra Nevada
C) Appalachians
D) Cascades
  • 3. What profession did Clarence King hold?
A) Botanist
B) Geologist
C) Ecologist
D) Mineralogist
  • 4. To what literary genre does King's work belong?
A) Fiction
B) Poetry
C) Horror
D) Travel literature
  • 5. What style is the writing in 'Mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada' known for?
A) Conversational and informal
B) Descriptive and poetic
C) Technical and dry
D) Journalistic and objective
  • 6. King's work contributed to the field of which scientific discipline?
A) Astronomy
B) Anthropology
C) Geology
D) Sociology
  • 7. What was a key objective of King's expeditions?
A) Mapmaking
B) Scientific exploration
C) Tourism development
D) Commercial gain
  • 8. What impact did King's writing have on public perception?
A) Increased appreciation for wilderness
B) Minimized environmental concerns
C) Discouraged tourism
D) Promoted mining
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