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