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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Parts 1 and 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Grand Canyon is found in the northern part of what state?
(a) Arizona.
(b) Nevada.
(c) Colorado.
(d) New Mexico.

2. What was Fletcher's only concern about the proposed trip?
(a) That it would be physically impossible.
(b) That his family would not support him.
(c) That he would drown.
(d) That he would be too lonely.

3. What river still runs at the bottom of the Grand Canyon?
(a) The Rio Grande.
(b) The Mississippi River.
(c) The Gila River.
(d) The Colorado River.

4. What does Fletcher say he knew as soon as he saw the Grand Canyon?
(a) This place would make him famous.
(b) His fear of heights was coming back.
(c) He would soon be hangliding over the Canyon.
(d) The way he saw things would change.

5. Why did Fletcher decide to see the Grand Canyon the first time?
(a) He wanted to paint a picture of it.
(b) He felt it was an important thing for a tourist in the area to see.
(c) He took a dare.
(d) He didn't decide. It was a surprise trip from his girlfriend.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why might the Colorado River cause problems for Fletcher?

2. Part 1 is called "The Place." What is the place?

3. What was the approximate depth of the Grand Canyon at the time the book was written?

4. How did Fletcher redefine the path of his trip?

5. What urge came to Fletcher's mind as he witnessed the different sights at the Rim?

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