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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 large piece of information is missing from searching for Ralston's vehicle effectively?
(a) The correct license plate number.
(b) The make of the vehicle.
(c) The year of the vehicle.
(d) The model of the vehicle.

2. Previously, Ralston asks for guidance and direction to understand why he is in this situation. However, by day four, Ralston prays for what?
(a) Patience to "see this through".
(b) His parents' understanding of his adventurous lifestyle.
(c) An angel to help free him from the chockstone.
(d) Leona to report him missing earlier than what he believes is reasonable.

3. What does Ralston compare his trances and reality to?
(a) "A Christmas Carol" by Dickens.
(b) "It's A Wonderful Life" starring Ralston.
(c) His trances are like heaven, his reality hell.
(d) A plot for a Stephen King book.

4. In addition to the physical challenges of Ralston's adventures, what does he also appreciate in the outdoors?
(a) He gets to meet others that enjoy the same hobbies.
(b) The quiet.
(c) The photographic scenery.
(d) The smell.

5. What stops Brad and Leah from going to the Saturday party?
(a) They never get specific directions.
(b) A flat tire and a missed turn.
(c) Leah is too tired.
(d) Ralston does not call them to say he is going.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ralston discover when he pokes his pinned thumb?

2. What is the name of the national park Ralston gets trapped in?

3. What do Brad and Leah determine when they do not see Ralston in Utah?

4. During the weekend Ralston gets trapped, where does he originally plan to go?

5. Why does Ralston take off his lycra padded shorts?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the feeling and mood of Ralston's trances?

2. As time continues in the canyon, what does Ralston's water supply mean to him?

3. Other than taste, what other factors does Ralston have to consider when deciding on whether to drink his urine?

4. How does Emery County know to send a helicopter even before they find Ralston?

5. Describe the sequence of events the leads to locating Ralston's truck.

6. How does Steve Patchett help with the search from New Mexico?

7. What happens after the amputation that eventually leads Ralston to the helicopter?

8. What symptoms does Ralston observe about his body and mind that shows signs of dehydration and lack of sleep?

9. Describe common themes in Ralston's memories.

10. What does Ralston realize about his arm that causes him to panic and wildly thrash around trying to free himself?

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