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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The day before getting trapped, what activity does Ralston indulge in?
(a) Rock climbing.
(b) Mountain biking.
(c) Skiing.
(d) Bouldering.

2. Sonja spends Thanksgiving camping at Havasupai Canyon with whom?
(a) Aron Ralston.
(b) The entire family.
(c) Ralston, Jean-Marc, and Chad.
(d) Her brother and old high school friends.

3. In addition to the physical challenges of Ralston's adventures, what does he also appreciate in the outdoors?
(a) The quiet.
(b) He gets to meet others that enjoy the same hobbies.
(c) The photographic scenery.
(d) The smell.

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

5. What does Ralston decide to do as Chad takes photos of Havasupai Creek?
(a) Go for a swim.
(b) Dive into the river with Jean-Marc.
(c) Cannonball into the river.
(d) Tackle Chad into the river.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where is Mr. Ralston when Brian notifies his wife of their missing son?

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

4. After Humphrey's peak, what does Ralston share with his friend Mark?

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

(see the answer key)

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