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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 part of the Grand Canyon does Fletcher describe as "a large gap in time between two layers of rocks?"
(a) The Great Divide.
(b) The Arizona Anomaly.
(c) The Angel Pass.
(d) The Great Unconformity.

2. What was on the sheets of paper Fletcher found in "Chapter 10, Exit?"
(a) A note from Doug Powell.
(b) Instructions from Jim Bailey.
(c) Instructions for exiting the Grand Canyon safely.
(d) A daily bulletin from 1947 about a Colorado River expedition.

3. Where did Fletcher arrive in "Chapter 4, Challenge" that was such a relief to him?
(a) The Rim.
(b) Hualpai Hilltop.
(c) The Esplanade.
(d) The Supai village.

4. What part of nature is not described in "Part 2, The Dream?"
(a) The immenseness and timelessness of the Rim.
(b) Various rocks.
(c) The peace of the ocean.
(d) The beauty of the Grand Canyon.

5. What did Fletcher claim he began to hear as he traveled?
(a) The rhythm of the rock.
(b) A ringing in his ears.
(c) Doves.
(d) Crickets.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Fletcher get along with his friend during their time studying the Grand Canyon?

2. To what did Fletcher attribute the distance traveled from Bass Trail to Phantom Ranch?

3. What creatures did Fletcher enjoy observing after passing the last barrier past Phantom Ranch?

4. What is another name for the Erosion Surface?

5. What did Fletcher pass and nearly miss altogether in "Chapter 4, Challenge?"

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