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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. What did Fletcher say would be different about how he would fit into society after his experience in the Grand Canyon?
(a) He planned to live as a hermit.
(b) He was afraid he would not fit in well after spending so much time alone.
(c) He thought he would be a better citizen because of his new insights.
(d) He planned to camp outside the Canyon protesting tourists.

2. Approximately how thick is the first layer of the Grand Canyon?
(a) 400 feet.
(b) 5 feet.
(c) 1000 feet.
(d) 20 feet.

3. What was the approximate depth of the Grand Canyon at the time the book was written?
(a) 500 feet.
(b) 2000 feet.
(c) 5 miles.
(d) 1 mile.

4. How long did it take Fletcher to travel from Bass Trail to Phantom Ranch?
(a) One week.
(b) 2 days.
(c) Three weeks.
(d) One month.

5. What places were presumably named for a member of Lorenzo Sinyala's family?
(a) Lorenzo Trail and Sinyala Ravine.
(b) Sinyala Trail and Sinyala Plateau.
(c) Mount Sinyala and Sinyala Canyon.
(d) Lorenzo Lake and Sinyala Creek.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was the place where Fletcher arrived in "Chapter 4, Challenge" such a relief to his spirit?

2. About what specific skill did Fletcher compliment William Wallace Bass?

3. Why did Fletcher decide to see the Grand Canyon the first time?

4. In "Chapter 2, Reconnaissance," what does Fletcher say he realized during his trip?

5. What disease did Fletcher say plagued William Wallace Bass?

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