Mount Rainier: Geography and Legends

Mount Rainier, also known as Tacoma, is a revered peak in Washington with rich Native American history. It attracts tourists for its natural beauty, diverse flora, and challenging climbs. The mountain's glaciers and rivers are significant features, and its legends explain the absence of harmful animals. The video explores these aspects, highlighting the mountain's majesty and cultural importance.

What is the official name of the mountain revered by the Indian tribes of the northwest?

• Mount Olympus

• Mount Everest

• Mount Rainier

• Mount Tacoma

According to Indian folklore, what did the medicine man do to prevent bad animals from reaching the clouds?

• He used a magic spell

• He created a flood

• He cut the chain of arrows

• He built a wall

Who named Mount Rainier and after whom was it named?

• Christopher Columbus, after Queen Isabella

• John Muir, after President Roosevelt

• Lewis and Clark, after President Jefferson

• Explorer Vancouver, after Admiral Peter Rainier

What is the primary source of support for the wildflowers on Mount Rainier?

• Animal droppings

• Volcanic lava ash

• Rich soil from the valley

• Nutrient-rich rain

What is the peculiar name given to a flower that resembles a poodle dog's head?

• Snow bush

• Deer tongue

• Monkey flower

• Eskimo hat

What is the main danger associated with climbing the glaciers of Mount Rainier?

• Lack of oxygen

• Crevasses and air holes

• Sudden weather changes

• Wild animal attacks

What tool is essential for climbers to ensure a proper foothold on the ice?

• Crampons

• Alpenstock

• Ice pick

• Rope

What happens to the lower end of a glacier as it moves down the mountain?

• It freezes solid

• It melts due to higher temperatures

• It becomes more compact

• It grows larger

What natural feature is born at the Timberline of Mount Rainier?

• Lakes

• Waterfalls

• Rivers

• Canyons

What do the Indian legends say about the spirit seen in the spray of the waterfalls?

• It can be a spirit of good or evil

• It is always a spirit of good

• It is a spirit of nature

• It is always a spirit of evil