Son of the Wilderness by Linnie Marsh Wolfe - Test
  • 1. What is John Muir known for?
A) His advocacy for wilderness preservation
B) His poetry
C) His novels
D) His paintings
  • 2. In which area did John Muir spend a significant amount of time?
A) Sierra Nevada
B) Appalachian Mountains
C) Yosemite Valley
D) Rocky Mountains
  • 3. Which organization did John Muir help to found?
A) National Park Service
B) World Wildlife Fund
C) Audubon Society
D) Sierra Club
  • 4. What does Muir often emphasize about nature?
A) The interconnectedness of all living things
B) The need for more cities
C) Nature as a resource to exploit
D) The superiority of humans over nature
  • 5. What effect did Muir's work have on environmentalism?
A) He inspired future generations to protect nature
B) He was only concerned with aesthetics
C) He focused only on local issues
D) He discouraged environmental protection
  • 6. What role did Muir play in Yosemite's designation?
A) He managed it as a tourist site
B) He opposed its creation
C) He advocated for its preservation as a national park
D) He focused on logging interests
  • 7. What does Muir argue about wilderness?
A) It is primarily for recreation
B) It is a hindrance to progress
C) It should be rapidly developed
D) It is essential for human well-being
  • 8. What is Muir's relationship with the wilderness?
A) He feels a deep connection and respect
B) He fears it
C) He views it as a challenge
D) He believes it should be controlled
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