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What is the officially recognized spelling of the mountain named after Zebulon Pike?
What is the officially recognized spelling of the mountain named after Zebulon Pike?
- Pykes Peak
- Pike Peak
- Pikes Peak (correct)
- Pike's Peak
Which of the following best describes Zebulon Pike's formal education?
Which of the following best describes Zebulon Pike's formal education?
- He received extensive formal education in military strategy.
- He was home-schooled by his father, a renowned scholar.
- He was primarily self-taught, with a love for reading. (correct)
- He was educated at a prestigious university in New Jersey.
What was the primary objective of Zebulon Pike's 1806 expedition?
What was the primary objective of Zebulon Pike's 1806 expedition?
- To chart a navigable river route to the Pacific Ocean.
- To establish military forts along the Mississippi River.
- To map the Louisiana Purchase and determine its boundaries.
- To explore western territories, assess resources, and engage with Native Americans. (correct)
What significant geographical feature is associated with Zebulon Pike's expedition, despite him not reaching its summit?
What significant geographical feature is associated with Zebulon Pike's expedition, despite him not reaching its summit?
What did Zebulon Pike believe about climbing Pikes Peak during his expedition?
What did Zebulon Pike believe about climbing Pikes Peak during his expedition?
Which product is associated with Pikes Peak through a color named in its honor?
Which product is associated with Pikes Peak through a color named in its honor?
What unusual feat was accomplished on the Pikes Peak Highway in 1929?
What unusual feat was accomplished on the Pikes Peak Highway in 1929?
In what profession did Zebulon Pike follow in his father's footsteps?
In what profession did Zebulon Pike follow in his father's footsteps?
What is the approximate elevation of the summit of Pikes Peak above sea level?
What is the approximate elevation of the summit of Pikes Peak above sea level?
To whom was Zebulon Pike related through his daughter's marriage?
To whom was Zebulon Pike related through his daughter's marriage?
Flashcards
Why Pikes Peak is spelled without an apostrophe
Why Pikes Peak is spelled without an apostrophe
The spelling of "Pikes Peak" was officially changed in 1891 to remove the apostrophe.
How tall is Pikes Peak?
How tall is Pikes Peak?
Pikes Peak, a mountain in Colorado, stands over 14,000 feet above sea level.
When was Zebulon Montgomery Pike born?
When was Zebulon Montgomery Pike born?
Zebulon Montgomery Pike, an American explorer, was born on January 5th, 1779.
Why did Zebulon Pike join the army?
Why did Zebulon Pike join the army?
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What was the goal of Zebulon Pike's expedition?
What was the goal of Zebulon Pike's expedition?
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What famous landmark did Zebulon Pike discover during his expedition?
What famous landmark did Zebulon Pike discover during his expedition?
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What is a unique fact about Zebulon Pike's family?
What is a unique fact about Zebulon Pike's family?
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Who pushed a peanut to the top of Pikes Peak?
Who pushed a peanut to the top of Pikes Peak?
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What is the Pikes Peak Highway?
What is the Pikes Peak Highway?
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What special color crayon is named after Pikes Peak?
What special color crayon is named after Pikes Peak?
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Study Notes
Pikes Peak Overview
- Correct spelling is Pikes Peak, no apostrophe. Spelling standardized in 1891.
- Summit elevation is over 14,000 feet above sea level.
- Accessible via the Pikes Peak Highway.
- Bill Williams famously pushed a peanut to the summit in 1929 using only his nose and the highway.
- Rumors suggest Bigfoot sightings.
- A crayon, Pikes Peak Purple, was released by Crayola in 2004.
Zebulon Pike
- Born January 5, 1779, in New Jersey during the Revolutionary War.
- Lack of formal education; avid reader.
- Followed his father's military career, joining the army.
- Led expeditions west, documenting previously unknown territory (mountain ranges, landforms, waterways).
- Notably, his exploration lead to the naming of Pikes Peak.
Pike's Expedition (1806)
- Commissioned to explore western lands, assessing resources and interacting with Native Americans.
- Expedition encountered harsh winter conditions, preventing reaching the summit.
- Pike believed the summit could not be climbed before the modern highway.
- Captured by Spanish authorities, held captive, then released, returning home eventually.
Additional Facts about Zebulon Pike
- Daughter married the son of President William Henry Harrison.
- Died six years after the expedition, during the War of 1812.
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Description
Explore the fascinating history and facts surrounding Pikes Peak and its namesake, Zebulon Pike. Discover the notable events, achievements, and cultural significance of this iconic mountain and its exploration. From peak statistics to unique anecdotes, this quiz covers it all.
