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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 79 - 97.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Lost," Hill said he would prefer to get lost rather than what?
(a) Looking foolish.
(b) Being crowded.
(c) Being rushed.
(d) Damaging his pride.

2. What injured the tree in "The Gentle Giant of Time" ?
(a) A beetle infestation.
(b) A lightening bolt.
(c) A cyclone.
(d) A fungus.

3. What kind of tree was featured in "The Gentle Giant of Time" ?
(a) Sycamore.
(b) Redwood.
(c) Aspen.
(d) Oak.

4. In "Unpacking Some Memories of Africa," how did Hill describe his time in Africa?
(a) A crisis averted.
(b) The best way to spend a weekend.
(c) The happiest time of his life.
(d) The cure to his resignation.

5. In "It's Not Just Fishing, It's Fate," where were the featured fish from?
(a) The rivers.
(b) The Great Lakes.
(c) The local pond.
(d) The ocean.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "I Wish I Had," who did Hill say gave him the best advice?

2. What occupation did The Idler have?

3. In "Bass Are Not Bucketmouths," what did Hill say should never be named?

4. In "Letter to an Angler," what did Hill say a fisherman must understand?

5. In "I Wish I Had," what did Hill mostly wish for?

(see the answer key)

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