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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Mark teaches Aron what skills for future climbing adventures?

2. Who is Ralston most impressed by during his ski trip with the Albuquerque Mountain Rescue Council?

3. Near the halfway point of the canyon, Ralston must rappel down what?

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

5. What does Ralston do to try and keep himself warm?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. How is Jack Moore connected to Butch Cassidy?

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

4. Compare Warren MacDonald and Betty Darr and their relationship to Ralston.

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

6. What does the sheriff's posse think of the outlaws?

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

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

10. How do you describe the feeling Ralston has at the peak of the Maroon Bells in wintertime?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Research Aron Ralston's current life. What do you expect to find? Are your expectations met? Are there any surprises? What is the same or different about his life before and after his entrapment?

Essay Topic 2

Before his entrapment, Ralston narrowly escapes death many times. He states how lucky he is in his adventures. Discuss how you think Ralston views his luck.

Essay Topic 3

Ralston is an avid reader who admires other adventurers and conservationists. Using of one Ralston's references, give a brief report on someone Ralston admires. Explain why Ralston admires this character.

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