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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12 "Firestorm".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When getting too confident at Slick Rock Trail, what happens to Ralston?
(a) He falls head first into a snow pile when trying to show off on his skis.
(b) He gets stuck on a climb and has to retreat and reroute himself.
(c) He slams into a sand trap face forward.
(d) In the middle of hopping between boulders, he slips into a crack and rolls his ankle.

2. What is one of Ralston's motivations to hike Negro Bill Canyon?
(a) To see one of the ten longest natural bridges in the United States.
(b) To catch twilight photos at the natural bridge.
(c) Because it is in the middle between Moab and Goblin Valley, where the party is located.
(d) To train for Blue John Canyon.

3. How is Ralston saved from the river?
(a) Jean-March dives in to save Ralston.
(b) Friends pull Ralston in with a rope.
(c) Ralston eventually swims to the riverbank.
(d) Chad dives in to save Ralston.

4. What is the name of the national park Ralston gets trapped in?
(a) Grand Circle.
(b) Bryce Canyon.
(c) Canyonlands.
(d) Mesa Verde.

5. Where is Mr. Ralston when Brian notifies his wife of their missing son?
(a) Giving a tour of New York City.
(b) At the Greenville Church.
(c) Visiting his daughter.
(d) On a tour in New York City.

Short Answer Questions

1. Sonja moves to what state for college?

2. What is Ralston's mother's immediate reaction to the phone call informing her that her son is missing?

3. How does Steve from the Albuquerque Mountain Rescue Council help?

4. Who does Mrs. Ralston recruit to help her decide what to do?

5. In addition to the physical challenges of Ralston's adventures, what does he also appreciate in the outdoors?

(see the answer key)

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