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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What danger does Ralston notice on his descent from Capitol Peak?
(a) Signs of dehydration.
(b) Signs of confusion.
(c) Signs of frostbite.
(d) Signs of hypothermia.

2. Considering Ralston's rations by day three, how much longer does he expect to survive?
(a) One day.
(b) Three to four days.
(c) One to two days.
(d) Two to three days.

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

4. In Spring of 2002, Ralston quits Intel to do what?
(a) Move to the Andes.
(b) Climb Everest.
(c) Finish climbing all the "fourteeners".
(d) Climb Denali.

5. Who is Ralston most impressed by during his ski trip with the Albuquerque Mountain Rescue Council?
(a) Dan.
(b) Chadwick.
(c) Himself.
(d) Mark.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Ralston returns from his trip to Mount Holy Cross, what news does he hear about his friends?

2. Back in solitude, Ralston listens to what band on his CD player?

3. When Ralston recounts his adventures, how does his friend react?

4. What is John Griffith's first job?

5. What excites Ralston most when he summits Maroon Bells in the wintertime?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Ralston react spiritually to his entrapment?

2. Of all of Ralston's climbs, Humphrey's Peak is one of the more memorable. What is important about the Humphrey's Peak climb?

3. How do you describe the feeling Ralston has at the peak of the Maroon Bells in wintertime?

4. What are some of the possible outcomes when Ralston initially ponders after he pins his arm?

5. What missed opportunity does Ralston have to prevent his entrapment?

6. How does Ralston feels he fits into Aspen's social class?

7. What are some signs that indicate Ralston is losing some of his rationale and cool?

8. Describe Ralston's first taping on his video recorder in the canyon.

9. What is Ralston's educational and professional route after high school?

10. Describe the possible consequences Ralston faces if he decides to amputate his arm.

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