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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How are Bryson and Katz covering the last 11 miles to Hiawassee?
(a) A very fast walking pace
(b) A very slow walking pace
(c) An unusual number of sitting rest stops
(d) Hitchhiking

2. Where does Bryson set up the tent for practice?
(a) In his driveway
(b) On his patio
(c) In his neighbor's yard
(d) In his basement

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) Security of the homestead
(d) Time off from employment is frowned upon

4. What are parts of the original Appalachian Trail plans that are never realized?
(a) Small clinics for treating minor injuries and bites
(b) Memorial markers for great leaders and for ordinary people
(c) Hostels, inns and woodland villages
(d) Bus roads for touring

5. What is the pack weight for the average Appalachian hiker?
(a) 50 pounds
(b) 45 pounds
(c) 40 pounds
(d) 35 pounds

Short Answer Questions

1. Who maps out the actual paths and begins construction?

2. Where does Bryson reside in the beginning of the book?

3. What happens three or four times a day as Bryson and Katz hike the trail?

4. What is David Anderson doing when the bear attacks?

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

(see the answer key)

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