Chapter 16 The Rocky Mountains

Which term describes a gap between two mountains that makes them easier to get through?

• tundra

• pass

• flatland

Who built their homes of clay on the mountain ledges?

• spanish

• pueblo indians

• ute indians

What city is called the Mile High City because it is about one mile above sea level?

• Las Vegas

• Denver

• Salt Lake City

• Cheyenne

In what part of the US are the Rocky Mountains located?

• western

• eastern

• midwestern

What discovery in Wyoming by a group of fur traders enabled pioneers to travel to Oregon and California in wagon trails?

• South Pass

• Pike's Peak

• Great Salt Lake

Which region likes outdoor activities, need to hear the gospel, and has an independent streak?

• Southwest

• Northeast

• Rocky Mountain

______ were the first European explorers to investigate what is now Utah and Nevada.

• pioneers

• the english

• the spanish

What religion influenced Utah and Idaho and regularly attend religious services?

• Baptist

• Catholics

• Mormons

What make it difficult to start Christian churches in this region?

• Too many churches

• they are committed to remaining mormon

• they live far apart

• some people do not want religion

What runs through the Rocky Mountains?

• Great Basin

• Great Plains

• Tundra

• Western Continental Drive