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

2. What is the name of the amusement park Dolly Parton built in Gatlinburg?
(a) Partonville
(b) Dollyville
(c) Dollywood
(d) Partonwood

3. What surprises Bryson about his equipment shopping trip?
(a) There is an extensive list of places to eat and sleep.
(b) The amount and prices of the gear exceed his expectations.
(c) There are very few options from which to choose.
(d) Most of the equipment is simple to understand.

4. Of what material are the shelters in the Rockies constructed?
(a) Brick
(b) Plywood
(c) Stone
(d) Pine branches

5. What is the true creature of the Smokies?
(a) The salamander
(b) The black bear
(c) The possum
(d) The raccoon

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the footpath around Big Butt especially dangerous?

2. What makes Bryson and Katz decide not to hike the whole Appalachian Trail?

3. How long is the Appalachian Trail?

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

5. What was enacted in 1968 to create 25,000 miles of new hiking trails in America?

(see the answer key)

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