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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. In "Chapter 2, Reconnaissance," what does Fletcher say he realized during his trip?
2. When did Fletcher's dream become a reality?
3. What is the current age estimate of the second layer of the Grand Canyon?
4. How many layers are included in the Rim?
5. What did geologists say disrupted the Colorado River's flow and lead to the formation of the Grand Canyon?
Short Essay Questions
1. Describe the lifestyle of a compulsive walker as explained by Fletcher.
2. Describe the appearance of the Canyon as Fletcher describes it in "Chapter 2, The Dream."
3. Name and describe another aspect of the Canyon other than its appearance that struck Fletcher.
4. Describe one realization Fletcher reached while sitting under the juniper tree in "Chapter 2, Dreams."
5. As Fletcher began to research the Grand Canyon in preparation for his journey, what were some of the barriers and challenges Fletcher realized he would need to consider?
6. Tell about one thing Fletcher says in "Chapter 10, Exit," that did not turn out as he thought it would.
7. As Fletcher talked with Jim Bailey and a park naturalist in a cave at the beginning of "Chapter 6, Rock," he noticed something behind the words of Bailey and the other man. Describe what he noticed and what happened to it after they left.
8. What were some of the "signs of man" Fletcher noticed as he approaches Phantom Ranch?
9. Where did Fletcher decide to spend the last two weeks of his trip. What did he call the place, and what did he plan to learn there?
10. What president does Fletcher quote at the end of book, and what did the president say about the Canyon?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Describe different examples of how the Fletcher's experience living the simple life on other treks helps him survive and even thrive on the long journey through the Canyon.
Essay Topic 2
Choose two encounters Fletcher has with the wildlife in the Canyon. Compare his observations and experiences.
Essay Topic 3
Choose two dangers Fletcher faces during his journey. Explain how he prepared for such dangers. Give details about the dangers and events if any where they could have changed the outcome of the journey. Conclude your essay with how Fletcher avoided the dangers and what would have happened if he had acted differently.
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