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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Fletcher, what physical effects could the Pacific Southwest Water Plan have had on the Grand Canyon?
(a) The Colorado River could disappear and wildlife could die.
(b) The Canyon would be flooded to make a huge reservoir.
(c) It would have no real effect.
(d) The walls of the Grand Canyon would crumble.

2. What is the area directly above the seventh layer of the Grand Canyon called?
(a) The Grand Trench.
(b) The Red Wall.
(c) The Rim.
(d) The Tonto Platform.

3. What lifestyle does Fletcher describe in a footnote in "Part 2, The Dream?"
(a) A compulsive walker.
(b) An accomplished musician.
(c) A famous millionaire.
(d) A compulsive gambler.

4. Who were Al and Elma Milotte?
(a) A famous Hollywood couple.
(b) Famous explorers.
(c) A famous Walt Disney nature photography team.
(d) Jazz musicians.

5. What did Fletcher say would be different about how he will fit into society?
(a) He planned to camp outside the Canyon protesting tourists.
(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 live as a hermit.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Fletcher get along with his friend during their time studying the Grand Canyon?

2. At the beginning of "Chapter 8, Life" what did Fletcher say he should have known "would drag me back into the present?"

3. Where was Fletcher headed at the beginning of "Chapter 9, Man"?

4. What was one activity Fletcher thought might have accounted for a feeling of disconnection during his stay at Phantom Ranch?

5. Where did Fletcher decide to spend the first week of his journey?

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