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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is David Anderson doing when the bear attacks?
(a) Eating a Snickers bar
(b) Cooking hamburgers
(c) Sleeping in his tent
(d) Making too much noise in the woods

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

3. What is one of Bryson's fears about the hike?
(a) Adequate funds to complete the hike is doubtful
(b) All the wildlife roaming about in the woods
(c) Time off from employment is frowned upon
(d) Security of the homestead

4. Where is 12-year-old David Anderson mauled and killed by a black bear?
(a) New Hampshire
(b) New York
(c) Quebec
(d) Northern Maine

5. Which is another of Bryson's fears?
(a) Inadequate supplies
(b) Inadequate planning
(c) Diseases
(d) Lack of needed stamina

Short Answer Questions

1. How long is the average hike time for the complete trail?

2. How many people are attacked by bears each year on the entire AT?

3. Where is MacKaye's trail idea first published?

4. Which food is Katz complaining about because Bryson left it behind?

5. What does Bryson conclude is the best advice in dealing with a bear in your midst?

(see the answer key)

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