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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9 "Day Four: Out of Food and Water".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the middle of recording on his video camera, he states "even if I see Wednesday." What does this mean to Ralston?
(a) That he loses hope and waits for death or an improbable rescue.
(b) There is no point to seeing Wednesday when it comes.
(c) There is a chance to see Wednesday, and he does not give up hope.
(d) He expects to die in Tuesday night's cold.

2. What happens when Ralston attempts to hammer the blade with a large rock?
(a) The rock flicks the knife into a hole at his feet.
(b) The rock breaks to pieces in his hands.
(c) Ralston misses and creates a large bruise.
(d) The rock wedges the blade into the boulder.

3. Considering Ralston's risky adventures, how does he see himself dying?
(a) On his death bed, due to natural causes.
(b) Jumping a cliff on skis.
(c) Abruptly, such as in a fall.
(d) A slow death, such as his current predicament.

4. How does Ralston use his rope bag to keep warm?
(a) He wraps it around his shoulders like a shawl.
(b) He ties it around his torso.
(c) He places it over his head.
(d) He draws his legs into it to keep them warm.

5. Why does Ralston stop yelling?
(a) His throat gets even more dehydrated.
(b) He is afraid it causes panic.
(c) He falls asleep.
(d) He thinks it attracts bears.

Short Answer Questions

1. On day four, Ralston passes time by doing what?

2. Near the beginning of Ralston's hike, he meets which other hikers?

3. Conserving water, how often does Ralston takes sips in the beginning of his entrapment?

4. The boulder that pins Ralston's arm is compared to what in size?

5. Of the listed items, which is found in Ralston's pack?

(see the answer key)

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