Quiz: What is the main reason for the park’s name, ‘Glacier’ Natio

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August 27, 2025

What is the main reason for the park’s name, ‘Glacier’ National Park?

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A) The park is named after John Wesley Glacier, an early explorer of the region.

B) The park is home to a large number of glaciers.

C) The park was historically used for ice farming, hence the name ‘Glacier’.

D) The name ‘Glacier’ comes from the park’s frosty winters.