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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. What does Ralston see overhead the next morning as he chips away at the chockstone?
2. Ralston's fascination with canyons stems from what time in his life?
3. Where is Ralston's first solo overnight trip?
4. John Griffith is known to head for what destination?
5. What is Ralston's biggest risk that can cause his death?
Short Essay Questions
1. How do you describe the feeling Ralston has at the peak of the Maroon Bells in wintertime?
2. What missed opportunity does Ralston have to prevent his entrapment?
3. Of all of Ralston's climbs, Humphrey's Peak is one of the more memorable. What is important about the Humphrey's Peak climb?
4. What is Ralston's educational and professional route after high school?
5. Ralston responds to his near-drowning in a couple different ways. How does his discussion with his sister differ from the way he reacts in front of his friends.
6. Compare Warren MacDonald and Betty Darr and their relationship to Ralston.
7. How does Ralston react spiritually to his entrapment?
8. What are some signs that indicate Ralston is losing some of his rationale and cool?
9. When Ralston finally succeeds in chipping parts of the chockstone, why do you think he collects the larger flakes?
10. Although Ralston is trapped, why does he find it important to keep track of his bicycle lock key?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
For nearly a week, Ralston is trapped in the canyon with nothing but his own thoughts. He reminisces on many things. What are some of his more important memories? Discuss why they are important to him. What revelations does he have as he remembers past events while stuck in the canyon?
Essay Topic 2
Compare at least five stories Ralston tells of his past climbs. What patterns are seen in Ralston's behavior? His decisions? His climb selections? How he deals with each situation?
Essay Topic 3
Select one chapter of "Between a Rock and a Hard Place". Describe the chapter's tone and pace. Discuss why Ralston sets this tone and pace and what purpose it serves the reader. Consider the placement of the chapter in the book, the purpose of the chapter, and what Ralston is feeling.
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