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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 "Beginnings".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What character is used to indicate the location of the party Ralston mentions to the other hikers?
(a) Papa Smurf.
(b) Fred Flintstone.
(c) Scooby Doo.
(d) Scrappy.

2. Who is the region in which Ralston is trapped named after?
(a) Butch Cassidy.
(b) John Griffith.
(c) Mr. Griffin.
(d) Indian Ed.

3. Ralston is employed by what company after graduation?
(a) IBM.
(b) Boeing.
(c) Intel.
(d) Microsoft.

4. What is the average survival time without water in the desert?
(a) Four to five days.
(b) Three to four days.
(c) Two to three days.
(d) Five to six days.

5. Near the halfway point of the canyon, Ralston must rappel down what?
(a) The Big Drop.
(b) The Long Fall.
(c) The Big Ditch.
(d) The Deep Gulch.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ralston find and pick up to stick in his hat while hiking?

2. John Griffith is last seen in what year?

3. Ralston attends what university?

4. What is the name of the place in which Ralston is trapped?

5. In 1989, Ralston participates in an outdoor adventure camp that includes what activities?

(see the answer key)

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