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