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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During this nighttime rafting trip, how does Ralston discern whether there are rapids in the dark?
(a) If the stars reflect off the water, it is calm.
(b) Ralston tests the waters with his oars.
(c) Ralston memorizes the rapids from earlier trips.
(d) By sitting in front to listen ahead.

2. Who is John Griffith's first employer?
(a) Harris cattle operation.
(b) Dom's Meats.
(c) Harvey's Ranchers.
(d) Ted's Cattlemen.

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

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

5. As a raft guide, Ralston takes his friends on a night trip to what canyon?
(a) Colorado River.
(b) Charlie's Canyon.
(c) Mary Jane Rapids.
(d) Brown's Canyon.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Ralston's best friend that climbs his first "fourteener" with him?

2. Where does the gang separate after a shootout?

3. What is John Griffith's first job?

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

5. How does John Griffith get his nickname?

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