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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. When getting too confident at Slick Rock Trail, what happens to Ralston?
(a) He slams into a sand trap face forward.
(b) In the middle of hopping between boulders, he slips into a crack and rolls his ankle.
(c) He falls head first into a snow pile when trying to show off on his skis.
(d) He gets stuck on a climb and has to retreat and reroute himself.

2. By what time is the first helicopter on the lookout for Ralston?
(a) 11:30 A.M.
(b) 2:00 P.M.
(c) 1:30 P.M.
(d) 2:50 P.M.

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

4. What important role does Ranger Sherrill play in Ralston's search?
(a) He is the first into the Horseshoe Canyon area.
(b) He recognizes Ralston's vehicle description.
(c) He remembers seeing Ralston earlier on the previous Saturday near Goblin Valley.
(d) He flies the helicopter from Colorado for Ralston's search.

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) Ralston does not call them to say he is going.
(d) Leah is too tired.

Short Answer Questions

1. What important role does Captain Kyle Ekker play in Ralston's search?

2. How does Steve from the Albuquerque Mountain Rescue Council help?

3. On the way to the party, what stops the two hikers from going?

4. What does Ralston dub his new goal after finishing all the fourteeners in Colorado during summertime?

5. How does Mrs. Ralston and her friend attempt to get information on her son's whereabouts?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. How does Ralston survive a night outside in a whiteout storm?

5. Describe the conditions of the Elk Mountains Grand Traverse race and what complications it causes the racers.

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

7. According to Ralston's perspective, what is happening to time?

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

9. What is Elliot's role in the search for Ralston?

10. What does Leona sense about Ralston's current situation from Boulder?

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