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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Chapter 9, Man," Fletcher planned to spend several days with a friend researching the Canyon. Who was this friend?
(a) Dr. Harvey Butchart.
(b) Jim Bailey.
(c) Doug Powell.
(d) John Wesley Powell.

2. Who says, "I do not think I ever really considered that things might go seriously wrong"?
(a) Colin Fletcher.
(b) William Wallace Bass.
(c) Lorenzo Sinyala.
(d) John Wesley Powell.

3. What does Fletcher mainly address in "Part 4, Epilogue?"
(a) The need for a progressive tourism industry in the Grand Canyon.
(b) Fletcher's writings after his journey through the Grand Canyon.
(c) Environmental concerns for the Grand Canyon.
(d) Fletcher's day-to-day routines outside the Grand Canyon.

4. Why does Fletcher say William Wallace Bass moved to the Grand Canyon area?
(a) To escape the law.
(b) To find a better climate to cure or relieve his illness.
(c) To learn how to live like an Indian.
(d) To become one with nature.

5. In contrast to people fresh from the city, how did Fletcher view the area near Phantom Ranch?
(a) As a scientific research center.
(b) As civilization, padded with comforts such as fresh food, electricity, and swimming pools.
(c) As a dirty and run-down slum.
(d) As an animal sanctuary.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the current age estimate of the sixth layer of the Grand Canyon?

2. What did Fletcher attend a few weeks after the end of his journey through the Grand Canyon?

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

4. What was Fletcher afraid would be the most tragic loss for the Grand Canyon if the proposed water plan went through?

5. In "Part 4, Epilogue" what does Fletcher say no man has a right to do?

(see the answer key)

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