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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 is the area directly above the seventh layer of the Grand Canyon called?
(a) The Grand Trench.
(b) The Rim.
(c) The Tonto Platform.
(d) The Red Wall.

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

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

4. Where was Fletcher headed at the beginning of "Chapter 9, Man"?
(a) To the air drop site.
(b) Back to Phantom Ranch.
(c) Into a deep valley.
(d) Across the river.

5. Why did Fletcher stay at the Grand Canyon Village for a while just before beginning his trip?
(a) His heel was infected.
(b) He was waiting for his friend.
(c) He liked the view.
(d) He was trying to raise money.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long did Fletcher rest at Bass Trail?

2. What questions does Fletcher say he hoped he would find some solutions for as he traveled the Grand Canyon?

3. What were some of the necessary items Fletcher took with him on his journey?

4. What was one sad reflection Fletcher recorded in his notebook in "Chapter 10, Exit?"

5. At the beginning of "Chapter 10, Exit," what does Fletcher say caught up with him while he was washing in the Nankoweap Creek?

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