KLONDIKE GOLD RUSH FLASHCARD- ALASKA STUDIES

Front

The Alaskan Klondike Gold Rush happened mostly during which years? Options: 1900-1945, 1890-1892, 1896-1899, 1870-1875

Back

1896-1899

Front

What city was most instrumental in advertising for the Alaskan Gold Rush?

Back

Seattle, Washington

Front

Each stampeder was obligated to provide his own "outfit". What was this?

Back

1-2,000 pounds of food and supplies to last a year.

Front

Dawson City grew from a population of 500 to 30,000 in two years.

Back

True

Front

Out of the 100,000 people who headed north, how many made it to the actual gold fields? Options: 12,000 - 15,000, 20,000 - 25,000, 30,000 - 40,000, 15,000 - 20,000

Back

30,000 - 40,000

Front

"Liarsville" was a town made up of _____________ who embellished tales of the lure of gold.

Back

journalists

Front

Who was the great "con man" of the Klondike?

Back

Jefferson "Soapy" Smith

Front

Why was Lake Bennett an important stopping point for stampeders?

Back

This is where boats for the Yukon needed to be built.

Front

What were some ways that people mined for things other than gold? Options: Sent telegraphs through the trees. Charged exorbitant amounts for much needed supplies. Opened up saloons and stores.

Back

All of the above.

Front

Who was "Klondike Kate"?

Back

A nurse who joined the Canadian police force, a restauranteur who opened "Klondike Kate's" Restaurant, and a dancer in pink tights who did the "Flame Dance".