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