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Mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada by Clarence King
  • 1. Who is the author of 'Mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada'?
A) Clarence King
B) John Muir
C) Ansel Adams
D) Edward Whymper
  • 2. What geographical range does the book focus on?
A) Rocky Mountains
B) Sierra Nevada
C) Cascades
D) Appalachians
  • 3. What profession did Clarence King hold?
A) Geologist
B) Ecologist
C) Botanist
D) Mineralogist
  • 4. To what literary genre does King's work belong?
A) Fiction
B) Horror
C) Poetry
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) Journalistic and objective
D) Technical and dry
  • 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) Scientific exploration
B) Tourism development
C) Mapmaking
D) Commercial gain
  • 8. What impact did King's writing have on public perception?
A) Minimized environmental concerns
B) Increased appreciation for wilderness
C) Promoted mining
D) Discouraged tourism
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