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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12 Down the River.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When he sees a rattlesnake, Abbey reminds himself
(a) Humans are more important than wildlife
(b) Snakes are vermin and could kill him
(c) He would rather kill a snake than a human
(d) It is his job to protect life within the park boundaries

2. When a person is in the desert long enough he learns to
(a) Hear running water miles away
(b) Smell water
(c) Know by the insect patterns where water is
(d) Follow animals to water

3. Abbey enjoys the playful antics of the
(a) Crows
(b) Bald eagles
(c) Pinyon jays
(d) Mourning Doves

4. Abbey's concerns about preserving wilderness in this chapter are connected with
(a) His attitude toward vegetarianism
(b) His concern about personal liberties
(c) His lack of patriotism
(d) His fear of civilization

5. Mr. Bates complains to Edward about
(a) The lonliness of their jobs
(b) The long distances he travels
(c) Administrative paperwork
(d) The head ranger

Short Answer Questions

1. Wood is petrified by

2. The small cloud on Abbey's horizon is

3. Thunderstorms come to the high desert in

4. In July, the surrounding mountains are almost

5. When Abbey finally confronts Moon-Eye, he is

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