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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 did geologists say disrupted the Colorado River's flow and lead to the formation of the Grand Canyon?
(a) A land slide.
(b) A comet.
(c) An upheaval of earth.
(d) A volcano.

2. What were some of the plans for his trip that Fletcher details in "Part 2, The Dream?"
(a) Plans for a mule to help him navigate the Grand Canyon.
(b) Plans to arrange for a replacement for him at work.
(c) Plans to arrange for food and water during his trip.
(d) Plans to arrange a series of interviews with newspapers about his trip.

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

4. About what did Fletcher begin to worry in "Chapter 3, Interlude?"
(a) The lack of modern technology in the Supai village.
(b) His injured ankle.
(c) Bad weather.
(d) The endangered animals living in the canyon.

5. With what event does "Chapter 5, Transition" begin?
(a) A Cessna flying away.
(b) Fletcher falling into a ravine.
(c) Fletcher running out of water.
(d) Wolves attacking the camp.

Short Answer Questions

1. What material comprises the sixth layer of the Grand Canyon?

2. What is the area directly underneath the seventh layer of the Grand Canyon?

3. Why did Fletcher rule out following a route along the Colorado River?

4. How long is the Grand Canyon?

5. What river still runs at the bottom of the Grand Canyon?

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