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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3 The Serpents of Paradise.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Edward Abbey is employed by the
(a) US Forest Service
(b) National Parks Service
(c) Utah State Parks
(d) Moab County Parks Service

2. Abbey describes the views from his trailer as
(a) Somewhat frightening
(b) Cozy and protected
(c) Open and perfect
(d) Cold and stark

3. On his stomach, Abbey witnesses
(a) A fight between two rattlesnakes
(b) The retreat of the snakes from his cabin
(c) The burrowing of two snakes
(d) The mating dance of two bull snakes

4. Edward's new home is a simple
(a) Tent
(b) Mobile Home
(c) Trailer
(d) Camper

5. Ten miles away past the highway, Abbey can see
(a) Salt Creek Mesa
(b) Dead Horse Mesa
(c) Mesa of Moab
(d) The Arches Mesa

Short Answer Questions

1. The natural wonder that Edward is able to see in his new location is

2. Edward describes the colors of dawn in terms of

3. Edward is overcome with a desire to

4. Edward is able to hear, but not see

5. April mornings in the desert are

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