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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. What conservationist author does Ralston and the other hikers admire?
(a) Rachel Carson.
(b) John Muir.
(c) Edward Abbey.
(d) Theodore Roosevelt.

2. 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 memorizes the rapids from earlier trips.
(c) By sitting in front to listen ahead.
(d) Ralston tests the waters with his oars.

3. What does Ralston see overhead the next morning as he chips away at the chockstone?
(a) A raven.
(b) A hawk.
(c) An eagle.
(d) A vulture.

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

5. Silver Tip escapes after how many years in prison?
(a) Ten.
(b) Four.
(c) Five.
(d) Two.

Short Answer Questions

1. Indian Ed is suspected to go to what state after the gang's separation?

2. With what famous gang does the person bearing this region's name run with?

3. Where is Ralston's first solo overnight trip?

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

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

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