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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through September 16th.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Lewis react to having killed a man?
(a) He shuts himself away from the others.
(b) He loses his breakfast.
(c) He examines the man and kicks his dead body.
(d) It doesn't seem to bother him.

2. What does Ed do first after reaching the top of the cliff?
(a) He closes his eyes and rests a moment.
(b) He looks around to see if the killer is nearby.
(c) He looks back down at the river.
(d) He checks his equipment.

3. For what kind of help does Ed ask?
(a) A stretcher for Lewis.
(b) An ambulance and the Highway Patrol.
(c) A phone, so he can call for help.
(d) Someone who knows first aid to help Lewis.

4. Why do the men shift some gear to a different canoe on the second day, September 15?
(a) To equalize the load.
(b) Because Bobby can't handle a normal load.
(c) To have a little of everything in each canoe in case one tips.
(d) Because Bobby complains.

5. How do the men get through the final set of rapids?
(a) Bobby is useless; Ed steers the canoe himself.
(b) They tow the canoe over a series of falls.
(c) They keep their center of gravity low and hope for the best.
(d) They use a broken paddle to deflect rocks.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the September 15 section, the first morning, why does Ed hunt in the draw?

2. After the trip, how does Ed divert suspicion from them?

3. What does Ed do with the body of the dead shooter?

4. What does Ed notice about Lewis when they stop for a swim?

5. Why doesn't Lewis kill the man as soon as he and Drew arrive where Bobby and Ed are being held at gunpoint?

(see the answer key)

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