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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why does Fletcher say William Wallace Bass opened a tourists' ranch?
(a) He failed to make enough money as a prospector and needed an income.
(b) He won the property in a poker game and decided to turn it into a business.
(c) He wanted to run the other ranch out of business.
(d) He had always wanted to own a tourist attraction.

3. What realization did Fletcher reach as he spent time observing wildlife on the sand bar?
(a) He would be out of food in one day.
(b) He had misjudged his distance from the airdrop and would have to walk through the night to make it on time.
(c) He would like to write a book about wildlife in the Canyon.
(d) He was no longer in awe of the Canyon, instead he expresses a discovery of unity among plants and creatures and all other things.

4. How did Fletcher get along with his friend during their time studying the Grand Canyon?
(a) They parted on very bad terms.
(b) They got along very well and the visit made Fletcher long for civilization.
(c) Fletcher had trouble because he was used to living in solitude.
(d) They forgot about their research and spent all their time reminiscing.

5. What action by William Wallace Bass did Fletcher disagree with?
(a) His decision about where to build Bass Camp.
(b) His move to the Southwest.
(c) The way he took advantage of tourists.
(d) His fight with other ranchers.

6. How did Fletcher feel about the Grand Canyon during his time at Phantom Ranch?
(a) He wanted to build a home in the Canyon.
(b) He was angry at the Canyon for costing him his health.
(c) He sensed a barrier between himself and the Canyon even though he tried to enjoy the rocks and other things as he did during his journey.
(d) He was tired of the Canyon and was ready for the journey to end.

7. What was one sad reflection Fletcher recorded in his notebook in "Chapter 10, Exit?"
(a) He said he dreaded sleeping in a house again.
(b) He said he would miss the beavers.
(c) He said for a while other places would look dull.
(d) He said he would probably never visit the Grand Canyon again.

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

9. What was one activity Fletcher thought might have accounted for a feeling of disconnection during his stay at Phantom Ranch?
(a) Photography.
(b) Laundry
(c) Paying Bills.
(d) Writing.

10. What disease did Fletcher say plagued William Wallace Bass?
(a) Tuberculosis.
(b) Diabetes.
(c) Hepatitis.
(d) Emphysema.

11. Who were Al and Elma Milotte?
(a) A famous Hollywood couple.
(b) A famous Walt Disney nature photography team.
(c) Famous explorers.
(d) Jazz musicians.

12. What was Fletcher afraid would be the most tragic loss for the Grand Canyon if the proposed water plan went through?
(a) Boss Camp.
(b) The Havasupai Village.
(c) The mules.
(d) The silence.

13. About what specific skill did Fletcher compliment William Wallace Bass?
(a) His prospecting skills.
(b) His construction ability.
(c) His ability to garden in the desert climate.
(d) His congeniality.

14. To what did Fletcher attribute the distance traveled from Bass Trail to Phantom Ranch?
(a) His physical ability.
(b) Excellent maps.
(c) A competent guide.
(d) A sturdy mule.

15. In what ancient living quarters did Fletcher sleep in "Chapter 9, Man?"
(a) An adobe hut on beside the Colorado River.
(b) Cliff dwellings.
(c) An ancient oak.
(d) A natural cave.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the first intrusion from the outside world that Fletcher outlines in "Chapter 10, Exit?"

2. In "Chapter 9, Man," Fletcher planned to spend several days with a friend researching the Canyon. Who was this friend?

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

4. How did Fletcher feel about leaving the Canyon in "Chapter 10 Exit?"

5. What does Fletcher mainly address in "Part 4, Epilogue?"

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