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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 primary role of the Forest Service?
(a) Road building
(b) Maintaining hiking trails
(c) Negotiate with logging contractors
(d) Develop scenic views, rest stops, and camping areas

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

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

4. What does Katz buy in Franklin that irritates Bryson?
(a) A box of Snickers
(b) A TV Guide
(c) A beer
(d) Cream Soda

5. What is the fate of any enterprise in America that does not reinvent itself?
(a) It is superseded or abandoned.
(b) It retains a loyal following
(c) It continues to struggle.
(d) It is considered quaint.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the most compelling reason for Bryson to hike the trail?

2. Who sees hiking as a dirty, pointless endeavor?

3. What is the major drawback of AT trail maps?

4. Where does Bryson set up the tent for practice?

5. What is the title of the book Bill reads snuggled in bed weeks before the walk begins?

(see the answer key)

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