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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13 "Day Six: Enlightenment and Euphoria".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Silver Tip escapes after how many years in prison?
(a) Ten.
(b) Four.
(c) Five.
(d) Two.

2. Despite the futility of chipping away at the chockstone, why does Ralston continue to do so?
(a) To generate body heat.
(b) Out of boredom.
(c) He believes it is not futile.
(d) Out of anger.

3. What does Ralston do to try and keep himself warm?
(a) Ralston tucks his limbs into his clothing.
(b) Ralston puts on his Camelbak.
(c) Ralston places the Camelbak above him as a windshield.
(d) Ralston rubs his legs and arms with his hand.

4. The boulder that pins Ralston's arm is compared to what in size?
(a) An oven.
(b) A bus tire.
(c) A refrigerator.
(d) A Volkswagon Beetle.

5. What is Ralston's mother's immediate reaction to the phone call informing her that her son is missing?
(a) Anger.
(b) Calm rationalness.
(c) Helplessness.
(d) Emotional distress.

Short Answer Questions

1. Near the halfway point of the canyon, Ralston must rappel down what?

2. How does Ralston view his trances?

3. Why does Ralston stop yelling?

4. During Ralston's predicament when surveying a ski race route, what does he have to do?

5. What is John Griffith's first job?

(see the answer key)

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