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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3 "The Night Shift".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Near the halfway point of the canyon, Ralston must rappel down what?
(a) The Big Drop.
(b) The Big Ditch.
(c) The Deep Gulch.
(d) The Long Fall.

2. According to the ranger at Teton, what do you do if you decide to throw rocks at a black bear?
(a) Throw and run.
(b) Hide in the bushes and ambush the bear with lots of rocks.
(c) Say, "Hey you! Stop following me," then throw rocks.
(d) Shout, wave your arms in the air, stomp aggressively, then throw the rocks.

3. What disease does Betty contract as a child?
(a) Polio.
(b) Measles.
(c) Smallpox.
(d) Rubella.

4. In 1989, Ralston participates in an outdoor adventure camp that includes what activities?
(a) Rock climbing, white water rafting, and horseback riding.
(b) Ice climbing, rock climbing, and navigation skills.
(c) Skiing, mountain biking, and kayaking.
(d) Horseback riding, rock climbing, and mountain biking.

5. What part of Ralston's arm is crushed between the boulder and the canyon wall?
(a) Near the wrist.
(b) The top of the palm.
(c) Just above the elbow.
(d) At the shoulder.

Short Answer Questions

1. Indian Ed is suspected to go to what state after the gang's separation?

2. To keep some form of control, what is one relatively trivial thing Ralston does?

3. Ralston is able to make a seat out of what?

4. What is John Griffith's first job?

5. Near the beginning of Ralston's hike, he meets which other hikers?

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