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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. Despite the futility of chipping away at the chockstone, why does Ralston continue to do so?
(a) Out of boredom.
(b) Out of anger.
(c) To generate body heat.
(d) He believes it is not futile.

2. What does Ralston start to hear that causes him to yell?
(a) Sonja's voice.
(b) A screeching raven.
(c) Far off voices.
(d) Flapping wings of a large vulture.

3. Indian Ed is suspected to go to what state after the gang's separation?
(a) Wyoming.
(b) Oklahoma.
(c) New Mexico.
(d) Texas.

4. Sonja moves to what state for college?
(a) New Mexico.
(b) Texas.
(c) Alaska.
(d) Arizona.

5. One of the hikers mentions that the pictures in the book "Canyon Hiking Guide to the Colorado Plateau" look like what?
(a) Dried raisins.
(b) Lonely.
(c) Ghosts.
(d) Zombies.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does John Griffith get his nickname?

2. What does Ralston do to try and keep himself warm?

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

4. After the near drowning incident, what does Ralston share with Sonja that night?

5. Where does Ralston find work in Aspen?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the sheriff's posse think of the outlaws?

2. Compare Warren MacDonald and Betty Darr and their relationship to Ralston.

3. Why is it be natural for Betty Darr to come up in Ralston's mind during his entrapment?

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

5. What does "Geologic Time Includes Now" mean?

6. What external events serve as a reminder to Ralston that he is lucky despite his risky adventures?

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

8. Although Ralston is adventurous, what are some instances in which he shows his rational side before jumping into situations?

9. What becomes of the second rate Wild Bunch boys from Roost Canyon?

10. How does Ralston's attitude about the outdoors change over time while growing up?

(see the answer keys)

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