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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 adage does Rob Cooper use to discuss with Ralston?
(a) "It's not what you do, it's who you are."
(b) "Look before you leap."
(c) "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure."
(d) "It's not over 'til it's over."

2. What is one example of Ralston's resourcefulness to keep warm?
(a) He tucks his head into his Camelbak.
(b) He turns the digital camera bag into a makeshift sleeve.
(c) He runs in place to keep warm.
(d) He huddles close to the chockstone and wall.

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

4. What does Ralston make out of the elastic tubing insulation from his Camelbak?
(a) A tourniquet.
(b) A noose.
(c) An animal trap.
(d) A pulley.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What character is used to indicate the location of the party Ralston mentions to the other hikers?

4. What is the name of the first "fourteener" Ralston climbs with his friend?

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

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. Other than the technical skills Ralston learns from his friends about the outdoors, how does Ralston use his educational background to help him in the canyon?

5. Describe the sequence of events that occurs after Ralston and his friends ski Resolution Peak.

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

7. Describe Ralston's reaction to a black bear in his campground on his first solo overnighter?

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

9. How is Jack Moore connected to Butch Cassidy?

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

(see the answer keys)

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