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