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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 1-5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are layers 4 through 6 of the Grand Canyon called?
(a) The Great Unconformity.
(b) The Rim.
(c) The Red Wall.
(d) Esplanade.

2. What is the current age estimate of the seventh layer of the Grand Canyon?
(a) 750 thousand years.
(b) 500 million years.
(c) 30 thousand years.
(d) 1 billion years.

3. Why did Fletcher decide to see the Grand Canyon the first time?
(a) He felt it was an important thing for a tourist in the area to see.
(b) He didn't decide. It was a surprise trip from his girlfriend.
(c) He wanted to paint a picture of it.
(d) He took a dare.

4. What were some of the necessary items Fletcher took with him on his journey?
(a) A portable raft, cell phone, and mace.
(b) Sleeping bag, dehydrated rations, and an air mattress.
(c) A shotgun, a device to purify water, and snake repellant.
(d) A life jacket, fishing pole, and a bucket of worms.

5. What places were presumably named for a member of Lorenzo Sinyala's family?
(a) Lorenzo Lake and Sinyala Creek.
(b) Lorenzo Trail and Sinyala Ravine.
(c) Sinyala Trail and Sinyala Plateau.
(d) Mount Sinyala and Sinyala Canyon.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did geologists say disrupted the Colorado River's flow and lead to the formation of the Grand Canyon?

2. How long did it take to for the Grand Canyon to form?

3. How long is the Grand Canyon?

4. How did Fletcher redefine the path of his trip?

5. What is the current age estimate of the sixth layer of the Grand Canyon?

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