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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What other changes was Fletcher concerned would occur if the Pacific Southwest Water Plan passed.
(a) The Grand Canyon would be used as a landfill.
(b) Graffiti and pollution would spoil the surfaces of the cliff dwellings.
(c) Fletcher's book wouldn't sell because no one would want to visit the Grand Canyon anymore.
(d) The tourist industry at the Grand Canyon would die, taking money with it.

3. If he were to realize his dream, what would Fletcher accomplish?
(a) He would swim across the river in record time.
(b) He would be the first person to make a solo trek through the Grand Canyon.
(c) He would be the youngest person to make it to the top peak.
(d) He would write a song about the place that would raise him to stardom.

4. How did Fletcher feel about the meeting he attended in "Part 4, Epiogue?"
(a) He was hopeful.
(b) He was excited.
(c) He was uplifted.
(d) He was horrified.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What part of nature is not described in "Part 2, The Dream?"

2. What did Fletcher say would be different about how he will fit into society?

3. What realization did Fletcher reach as he spent time observing wildlife on the sand bar?

4. What was Fletcher's only concern about the proposed trip?

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

(see the answer key)

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