Conquering the Mighty Colorado

What facts do you see on this page?

• The page contains a diagram.

• The page is blank.

• The page has a video.

• The page is a text document.

The author says that Powell was brave. Is that a fact or an opinion? How do you know?

• It is a fact because it can be proven.

• It is an opinion because it reflects personal belief.

• It is a fact because it is universally accepted.

• It is an opinion because it is based on evidence.

The first part of the trip was not too hard for the men because:

• they were well-prepared.

• the weather was favorable.

• the terrain was easy to navigate.

• they had a guide.

Tell one way the land changed as the men moved along the river.

• The land became more mountainous.

• The land became flatter.

• The land became more forested.

• The land became more arid.

How does the information on this page help support the author’s opinion that the men were brave?

• The information highlights the challenges the men faced and overcame.

• The information describes the men's daily routines.

• The information provides details about the men's families.

• The information focuses on the men's hobbies.

Why didn’t the men ride in the boats all the way down the river?

• The river was too shallow.

• The boats were damaged.

• They wanted to explore the land.

• The river was too dangerous.

How does the author support the idea that Powell’s trip helped other Americans?

• By providing statistical data on the economic benefits of the trip

• By sharing personal anecdotes from Americans who were inspired by the trip

• By citing historical documents that reference the trip's impact

• By quoting experts who have studied the trip's influence

Why did Powell explore the Colorado? For a clue, see page 171.

• To map the river and its surroundings

• To find gold

• To establish a settlement

• To conduct a scientific study

Why had no one ever gone down the Colorado before? For a clue, see page 170.

• It was considered too dangerous.

• There were no boats available.

• The river was not discovered yet.

• It was forbidden by law.

Was Powell’s team brave? Explain. Reread to look for clues throughout the story.

• Yes, Powell's team was brave because they faced challenges head-on.

• No, Powell's team was not brave as they avoided challenges.

• Powell's team showed bravery only in certain situations.

• The story does not provide enough information to determine if Powell's team was brave.