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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?
Which of the following best describes Zebulon Pike's formal education?
Which of the following best describes Zebulon Pike's formal education?
What was the primary objective of Zebulon Pike's 1806 expedition?
What was the primary objective of Zebulon Pike's 1806 expedition?
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?
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What did Zebulon Pike believe about climbing Pikes Peak during his expedition?
What did Zebulon Pike believe about climbing Pikes Peak during his expedition?
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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?
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What unusual feat was accomplished on the Pikes Peak Highway in 1929?
What unusual feat was accomplished on the Pikes Peak Highway in 1929?
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In what profession did Zebulon Pike follow in his father's footsteps?
In what profession did Zebulon Pike follow in his father's footsteps?
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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?
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To whom was Zebulon Pike related through his daughter's marriage?
To whom was Zebulon Pike related through his daughter's marriage?
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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.
