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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the most compelling reason for Bryson to hike the trail?
(a) Parts of the trail have ties to his ancestors.
(b) He wants to travel while he is still able.
(c) Funding is scarce and the trail may soon be discontinued.
(d) The temperate zone forest is quickly vanishing.

2. What is causing Bryson and Katz to hurry the descent of Blood Mountain?
(a) They have seen 3 bears
(b) Katz is sick and getting sicker
(c) Thoughts of Walasi-Yi Inn, having sandwiches and ice cream
(d) A substantial storm is almost upon them

3. What are Katz and Bryson confronted with when they reach High Top?
(a) A steep cliff
(b) A raging river
(c) A deep gorge
(d) The Smoky Mountains

4. How do Bryson and Katz feel once they realize they will never walk to Maine?
(a) Depressed
(b) Embarrassed
(c) Liberated
(d) Angry

5. In what year is the Appalachian Trail formally completed?
(a) 1963
(b) 1937
(c) 1925
(d) 1952

Short Answer Questions

1. What is college student, Zack, doing about the snowbound situation?

2. What is the usual pattern of hours Bryson and Katz hike?

3. Where is 12-year-old David Anderson mauled and killed by a black bear?

4. Why is Katz determined to take a top bunk?

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

(see the answer key)

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