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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7 Cowboys and Indians.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Abbey speculates that the mourning doves' call may be
(a) A wish to make contact with the wolves
(b) A mournful call to some other dimension
(c) A warning that there is a human nearby
(d) A brooding meditation on space and solitude

2. The prickly pear cactus and its blossom exemplifies the
(a) The fierceness of the heat
(b) Unity of opposites
(c) Pain in nature
(d) The wild rose

3. Much of the fauna growing near Abbey's trailer is
(a) Cactus and briars
(b) Sage and juniper
(c) Pines and firs
(d) Weeds and reeds

4. What does Abbey feel is lost with the looting of the forests' natural treasures?
(a) Protection from erosion
(b) Human delight
(c) A sense of prosperity
(d) Homes for wildlife

5. The natural wonder that Edward is able to see in his new location is
(a) Colorado Mesa
(b) Grand Canyon
(c) Painted Desert
(d) The Arches National Monument

Short Answer Questions

1. The clarity of the desert is illustrated in the desert's flora and fauna

2. The only stream that flows perennially through the park is

3. Why were the little calves terrified during the roundup?

4. The yucca plant is pollinated by

5. A badge gives Edward Abbey the authority to

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