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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is the name of the blind man who hikes the entire Appalachian Trail with his seeing eye dog?
(a) David Horton
(b) Woodrow Murphey
(c) Bill Thorton
(d) Bill Irwin

3. While Bryson climbs the first mountain, what is Katz doing well behind him?
(a) Making coffee and eating sugary snacks
(b) Sitting while reading maps
(c) Throwing items out of his heavy pack in a fit of temper
(d) Pitching camp in midday for the upcoming night

4. Which food is Katz complaining about because Bryson left it behind?
(a) Gummy bears
(b) Little Debbie snacks
(c) Hersey chocolate
(d) Snickers bars

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is causing Bryson and Katz to hurry the descent of Blood Mountain?

3. What is Bryson's longstanding impression of the woods?

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

5. Which true story by author, Herrero, describes the injuries a grizzly can deliver quickly?

(see the answer key)

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