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Life in the Far West by George Frederick Ruxton
Contributed by: Day
  • 1. What is the primary focus of George Frederick Ruxton's writings?
A) Historical politics
B) Life and experiences in the American West
C) European culture
D) Urban life in the East
  • 2. Which natural feature did Ruxton often describe in his work?
A) Plains
B) Deserts
C) Oceans
D) Mountains
  • 3. What type of animal did Ruxton frequently encounter during his travels?
A) Elephants
B) Kangaroos
C) Bison
D) Tigers
  • 4. In what year was 'Life in the Far West' primarily published?
A) 1851
B) 1849
C) 1845
D) 1855
  • 5. Which profession did Ruxton hold aside from being a writer?
A) Explorer
B) Farmer
C) Artist
D) Politician
  • 6. Ruxton often highlighted the life of which specific group?
A) City dwellers
B) Indigenous communities only
C) Cowboys exclusively
D) Mountain men
  • 7. What kind of challenges does Ruxton describe facing in the Far West?
A) Excessive wealth and luxury problems
B) Harsh weather and scarcity of resources
C) Urban crime
D) High living costs
  • 8. What writing style is Ruxton known for?
A) Dry and technical
B) Simple and concise
C) Abstract and philosophical
D) Descriptive and vivid
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