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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What supplies does Ed take with him when he scales the cliff in search of the man who shot at Drew?
(a) A rope for the climb and to tie the man up with.
(b) His bow, two arrows, a knife, and a rope.
(c) His bow and two arrows.
(d) A knife--more would be too awkward for him to climb with.

2. Is Ed positive the shooter is still at the top of the cliff after shooting Drew?
(a) No, but they'd better believe he is and act accordingly.
(b) Yes, he saw a flash of sun on the rifle barrel.
(c) He's confused and needs time to think.
(d) No, but he doesn't want Bobby to think he lacks confidence.

3. What does the man who hurt Bobby do after he is shot?
(a) He accuses his companion of shooting him.
(b) He puts up his hands in defeat.
(c) He tries to pull the arrow out of his chest.
(d) He turns on Ed and attacks him.

4. After falling in the river on the second day of the trip, how does Ed get through the whitewater?
(a) He gets through by luck alone.
(b) He grabs one end of the canoe.
(c) He body-surfs and floats.
(d) He grabs a tree limb and holds on to it.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lewis want to do with the body of the man he killed?

2. After burying the body of the man Lewis shot, why does Bobby go in a canoe with Lewis and Drew go in a canoe with Ed?

3. In the September 16 section, what does Ed ask of his wife when he calls her?

4. How do the men cool down when they stop for a while during their second day on the river?

5. How does the Highway Patrolman react to the made-up story?

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