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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 Fletcher pass and nearly miss altogether in "Chapter 4, Challenge?"
(a) The trail through the ravine.
(b) The gap in the pass.
(c) The first air drop of supplies.
(d) The only fresh water for miles.

2. Why does Fletcher say it might have been good that he didn't start his journey right after he decided to take it?
(a) It gave him time to fully recover from the flu.
(b) It gave him more time to say goodbye to his family.
(c) The time helped him test the idea to see whether or not he really wanted to do it.
(d) It gave him time to get the nerve together for the dangerous trip.

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

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

5. What information was not sought by Fletcher before beginning his trip?
(a) Information about the existence of water sources.
(b) Information about trails.
(c) Information about the possibility of attacks by wild boar.
(d) Information about weather.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long did Fletcher plan for his journey to take?

2. What substance comprises the fourth layer of the Grand Canyon?

3. Why was the place where Fletcher arrived in "Chapter 4, Challenge" such a relief to his spirit?

4. Approximately how thick is the fifth layer of the Grand Canyon?

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

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