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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In March and April, what percent of hikers drop out the first week?
(a) 5
(b) 10
(c) 14
(d) 20

2. What is the story Katz tells as they recline on Indian Grove Gap?
(a) A blind juggler used his two eyeballs that had been surgically removed.
(b) Grandma Katz was attacked by an impatient buzzard that ate her eyeball.
(c) A man snorted too much, one day popped an eyeball and the dog ate it.
(d) A turkey plucked out Grandpa Katz' eyeball and ate it.

3. What is the condition of Bryson's motel room in Hiawassee?
(a) Neat but unclean
(b) Barely furnished
(c) Neat and clean
(d) Battered and dumpy

4. What is the true creature of the Smokies?
(a) The salamander
(b) The black bear
(c) The raccoon
(d) The possum

5. What is killing all the hemlock trees along the Appalachian Trail?
(a) Spiders
(b) An aphid introduced from Asia
(c) Acid rain
(d) A fungus

Short Answer Questions

1. While Bryson climbs the first mountain, what is Katz doing well behind him?

2. How are Bryson and Katz covering the last 11 miles to Hiawassee?

3. What do Katz and Bryson hear about Mary Ellen two days after they leave her behind?

4. What is the daydream of every hiker as they walk the trail?

5. What is the description of Georgia highlanders?

(see the answer key)

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