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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3 "The Night Shift".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Conserving water, how often does Ralston takes sips in the beginning of his entrapment?
(a) Every 90 minutes.
(b) Once an hour.
(c) Every two hours.
(d) After each successful flake is chipped away.

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

3. Where does the gang separate after a shootout?
(a) Tombstone.
(b) OK Corral.
(c) Lee's Ferry.
(d) Roost Canyon.

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

5. What disease does Betty contract as a child?
(a) Measles.
(b) Polio.
(c) Rubella.
(d) Smallpox.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What does Ralston drop when he attempts to place it safely into his pack with the swollen hand?

4. What is John Griffith's first job?

5. What does Ralston see overhead the next morning as he chips away at the chockstone?

(see the answer key)

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