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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What material comprises the sixth layer of the Grand Canyon?
(a) Silt.
(b) Bright Angel Shale.
(c) Sandstone.
(d) Quartz.

2. How did Fletcher say the big moment happened when he knew he would take the journey through the Grand Canyon?
(a) Explosively.
(b) There was no big moment.
(c) Slowly.
(d) Unexpectedly.

3. What is the current age estimate of the second layer of the Grand Canyon?
(a) 500 million years.
(b) 10 million years.
(c) 250 million years.
(d) 50 thousand years.

4. What types of activities did Fletcher describe in "Chapter 7, Rhythm?"
(a) Survival techniques such as bear hunting, teepee building, and first aid.
(b) Indian activities such as carving arrowheads, making pottery, and sewing moccasins.
(c) Daily activities such as chores, fishing, and days of rest.
(d) Research activities such as charting, sampling and tagging.

5. How long did it take to for the Grand Canyon to form?
(a) A thousand years.
(b) Millions of years.
(c) 500 Billion years.
(d) 200 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. If he were to realize his dream, what would Fletcher accomplish?

2. According to Fletcher, what was the motivation behind the Pacific Southwest Water Plan engineers?

3. What does the book say geologists believe formed the Grand Canyon?

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

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

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