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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 1-5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the current age estimate of the second layer of the Grand Canyon?
(a) 50 thousand years.
(b) 10 million years.
(c) 250 million years.
(d) 500 million years.

2. Why might the Colorado River cause problems for Fletcher?
(a) He was highly allergic to a plant that grew along the banks of the river.
(b) It was impassable in some parts.
(c) He didn't have a boat.
(d) The animals along the river were dangerous.

3. Why was the place where Fletcher arrived in "Chapter 4, Challenge" such a relief to his spirit?
(a) It was a wide open area, a relief from the closed spaces of the side canyons.
(b) He found fresh water there.
(c) He found a better shelter for the night.
(d) His arrival meant he was almost done with his trip.

4. What is the name of the government agency established to protect the rights of Native Americans?
(a) Native American Commission.
(b) Commission of Indian Rights.
(c) Bureau of Indian Affairs.
(d) Native American Administration.

5. Whom does Fletcher credit with giving him the most knowledge of the Grand Canyon?
(a) Neil Ukwalla.
(b) John Wesley Powell.
(c) The park ranger at the tourist office.
(d) Dr. Harvey Butchart.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long is the Grand Canyon?

2. What were some of the plans for his trip that Fletcher details in "Part 2, The Dream?"

3. About how long did Fletcher stay at the Grand Canyon Village?

4. What is the current age estimate of the third layer of the Grand Canyon?

5. What does the book say geologists believe formed the Grand Canyon?

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