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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 part of the Grand Canyon does Fletcher describe as "a large gap in time between two layers of rocks?"
(a) The Arizona Anomaly.
(b) The Great Divide.
(c) The Angel Pass.
(d) The Great Unconformity.

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

3. Why did Fletcher stay at the Grand Canyon Village for a while just before beginning his trip?
(a) He liked the view.
(b) His heel was infected.
(c) He was waiting for his friend.
(d) He was trying to raise money.

4. As Fletcher approached Phantom Ranch, what did he begin to notice?
(a) Many new species of cacti.
(b) His shoes had holes in them.
(c) Signs of man.
(d) There were many coyotes howling in the distance.

5. How long did Fletcher rest at Bass Trail?
(a) One month.
(b) Five days.
(c) Twelve hours.
(d) Two days.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the government agency established to protect the rights of Native Americans?

2. What did geologists say disrupted the Colorado River's flow and lead to the formation of the Grand Canyon?

3. According to Fletcher, what would the rest of nature around the Grand Canyon do?

4. With what event does "Chapter 5, Transition" begin?

5. What did Fletcher find difficult, if not impossible, to mentally grasp and understand in "Chapter 1, Entrance?"

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