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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4 "How to Become a Retired Engineer in Just Five Short Years".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The boulder that pins Ralston's arm is compared to what in size?
(a) A refrigerator.
(b) A Volkswagon Beetle.
(c) A bus tire.
(d) An oven.

2. Where is Ralston's first solo overnight trip?
(a) Medium Teton.
(b) Little Teton.
(c) Great Teton.
(d) Middle Teton.

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

4. According to the ranger at Teton, what do you do if you decide to throw rocks at a black bear?
(a) Say, "Hey you! Stop following me," then throw rocks.
(b) Shout, wave your arms in the air, stomp aggressively, then throw the rocks.
(c) Hide in the bushes and ambush the bear with lots of rocks.
(d) Throw and run.

5. Ralston's fascination with canyons stems from what time in his life?
(a) A school fieldtrip across Colorado.
(b) A family vacation to Utah and Grand Canyon.
(c) Outdoor adventure camp.
(d) Photographic books from a family friend.

Short Answer Questions

1. As a raft guide, Ralston takes his friends on a night trip to what canyon?

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

3. Sonja spends Thanksgiving camping at Havasupai Canyon with whom?

4. What is the average survival time without water in the desert?

5. What character is used to indicate the location of the party Ralston mentions to the other hikers?

(see the answer key)

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