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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. About what did Fletcher begin to worry in "Chapter 3, Interlude?"
(a) Bad weather.
(b) The lack of modern technology in the Supai village.
(c) The endangered animals living in the canyon.
(d) His injured ankle.

2. While at Phantom Ranch, what did Fletcher miss and want back that earlier in his journey made him uncomfortable?
(a) Silence.
(b) His heavy backpack.
(c) His hiking boots.
(d) Beef Jerky.

3. 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.

4. How did Fletcher redefine the path of his trip?
(a) From "through the Canyon" to "to the Canyon floor and back."
(b) From "through the Canyon" to "around the Rim."
(c) From "one end of the Grand Canyon to the other" to "one end of the Grand Canyon National Park to the other."
(d) From "around the Rim" to "along the Colorado River."

5. About how long did Fletcher stay at the Grand Canyon Village?
(a) 2 weeks.
(b) 5 days.
(c) 1 year.
(d) 1 month.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what ancient living quarters did Fletcher sleep in "Chapter 9, Man?"

2. What is the current age estimate of the second layer of the Grand Canyon?

3. What other changes was Fletcher concerned would occur if the Pacific Southwest Water Plan passed.

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

5. When did Fletcher's journey through the Grand Canyon begin?

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