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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. Ralston is employed by what company after graduation?
(a) Boeing.
(b) IBM.
(c) Microsoft.
(d) Intel.

2. The boulder that pins Ralston's arm is compared to what in size?
(a) A Volkswagon Beetle.
(b) A refrigerator.
(c) An oven.
(d) A bus tire.

3. What does Ralston drop when he attempts to place it safely into his pack with the swollen hand?
(a) The headlight.
(b) A raven's feather.
(c) The key ring for his bike lock.
(d) A carabiner.

4. What nickname does Ralston's mother give him during the trip to the national park?
(a) Animal.
(b) Beast.
(c) Gonzo.
(d) Kermit.

5. Near the halfway point of the canyon, Ralston must rappel down what?
(a) The Deep Gulch.
(b) The Big Ditch.
(c) The Long Fall.
(d) The Big Drop.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is one example of Ralston's resourcefulness to keep warm?

3. Silver Tip escapes after how many years in prison?

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

5. What is John Griffith's first job?

Short Essay Questions

1. Although Ralston is trapped, why does he find it important to keep track of his bicycle lock key?

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

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

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

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

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

7. What remedy does Ralston give himself after sustaining an injury on Capitol Peak instead of going to the hospital?

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

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

10. How does Ralston react spiritually to his entrapment?

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