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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 6-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Fletcher say the big moment happened when he knew he would take the journey through the Grand Canyon?
(a) Slowly.
(b) There was no big moment.
(c) Unexpectedly.
(d) Explosively.

2. What was Fletcher's only concern about the proposed trip?
(a) That it would be physically impossible.
(b) That he would drown.
(c) That his family would not support him.
(d) That he would be too lonely.

3. In "Chapter 7, Rhythm," how does Fletcher describe the change in how he connected to the Canyon?
(a) It began as a search for undiscovered wildlife and ended as a successful research trip.
(b) It began as fragmented parts and sights and ended as a crystallized, cohesive experience.
(c) It began as a dream and ended as a tragedy.
(d) It began as an enjoyable adventure and ended in pain and discouragement.

4. What animal does Fletcher say lived in significant numbers in the area past the head of Forester Canyon?
(a) Cougars.
(b) Wild burros.
(c) Road Runners.
(d) Mustangs.

5. Why did Fletcher decide to see the Grand Canyon the first time?
(a) He took a dare.
(b) He wanted to paint a picture of it.
(c) He felt it was an important thing for a tourist in the area to see.
(d) He didn't decide. It was a surprise trip from his girlfriend.

Short Answer Questions

1. While at Phantom Ranch, what did Fletcher miss and want back that earlier in his journey made him uncomfortable?

2. What kind of condition was Fletcher in at the beginning of his trip?

3. To what did Fletcher attribute the distance traveled from Bass Trail to Phantom Ranch?

4. How many layers of the Grand Canyon are shown in the schematic in "Part 3, The Journey?"

5. How did Fletcher redefine the path of his trip?

(see the answer key)

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