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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. How many fourteeners does Ralston climb in Colorado?
(a) 48 of 59.
(b) 30 of 50.
(c) 24 of 60.
(d) 36 of 59.

2. To keep some form of control, what is one relatively trivial thing Ralston does?
(a) Ralston tidies up the dust and rock pieces off his arm.
(b) Ralston puts on his hat.
(c) Ralston continuously ties knots, undoes them, and ties them again.
(d) Ralston neatly rearranges his belongings into his pack.

3. John Griffith is last seen in what year?
(a) 1899.
(b) 1890.
(c) 1879.
(d) 1889.

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

5. Who is the leader of this gang?
(a) John Griffith.
(b) Silver Tip.
(c) Butch Cassidy.
(d) Indian Ed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Conserving water, how often does Ralston takes sips in the beginning of his entrapment?

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

3. After Humphrey's peak, what does Ralston share with his friend Mark?

4. How many hours of darkness must Ralston survive through each night?

5. In his first log, what is one thing Ralston mentions?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. How is Jack Moore connected to Butch Cassidy?

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

4. What "clothing" does Ralston makeshift for himself to keep warm at night? What else does he do to stay warm from the chill?

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

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

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

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

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

10. How does Ralston react spiritually to his entrapment?

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