What motivated John Wesley Powell to enlist in the Union Army during the Civil War?
John Wesley Powell: Wild West Explorer

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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The chance to meet influential people
A desire to explore new territories
A sense of duty to his country
The opportunity to map the battlefield
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What significant challenge did Powell face during his first expedition on the Colorado River?
A lack of funding
Hostile encounters with local tribes
Severe weather conditions
Loss of a boat and scientific equipment
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How did newspapers react to Powell's first expedition?
They ignored it completely
They reported his success accurately
They mistakenly reported his death
They criticized his methods
4.
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What was one of the outcomes of Powell's successful expedition?
He retired from exploration
He received funding for a second expedition
He was awarded a military medal
He became a state governor
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Which organization did John Wesley Powell help to establish?
The United Nations
The National Geographic Society
The Smithsonian Institution
The American Red Cross
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