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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through USFS 1919: The Ranger, the Cook, and a Hole in the Sky.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The next morning Paul arrives at Norman's house to _________________________________________.
(a) to get things ready for an auction
(b) go fishing with Norman and Jessie's family
(c) help paint the house
(d) to go on a picnic

2. Jim's stories bore Norman to the point of ___________________.
(a) tears
(b) frustration
(c) anger
(d) hysteria

3. What do Norman and Mr. Maclean come to realize?
(a) They do not know how they could have done anything differently.
(b) They should see a psychiatrist.
(c) They should take fishing lessons.
(d) They need to be kinder to people.

4. What does Norman decide to do because he is frustrated with his family situation?
(a) He buys a new car.
(b) He spends a few days with Paul at the family cabin.
(c) He decides to take a trip to Europe.
(d) He asks his wife to go to marriage counseling.

5. Why does Paul invite Norman to stay the night at his house?
(a) Because Norman has had too much to drink.
(b) Because Norman's car is almost out of gas.
(c) Because it is late and it is a long drive back to Norman's house.
(d) Because he wants to take him to breakfast at a new restaurant.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happened every time it seemed the fire was under control?

2. How does Norman meet Jim Grierson?

3. Where is Norman when he awakens several hours later?

4. On his way down the mountain, what does Norman pause occasionally to do?

5. What does Jim enjoy doing at the camp?

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