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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. According to the Fletcher, how did the changes in the earth that formed the Grand Canyon happen?
2. The Grand Canyon is found in the northern part of what state?
3. What material makes up the second layer of the Grand Canyon?
4. What does Fletcher say he knew as soon as he saw the Grand Canyon?
5. What is another name for the Erosion Surface?
Short Essay Questions
1. Describe the appearance of the Canyon as Fletcher describes it in "Chapter 2, The Dream."
2. As Fletcher began to research the Grand Canyon in preparation for his journey, what were some of the barriers and challenges Fletcher realized he would need to consider?
3. At the very beginning of the Epilogue, what does Fletcher say might happen if man is not careful?
4. Describe the meeting between Fletcher and Jim Bailey (the pilot who air-dropped Fletcher's supplies) at the end of "Chapter 5, Transition." Include why Fletcher doubted he would see Bailey at this point in his trip and how he described Bailey when he first saw him.
5. What types of information can be obtained from the graph on the first page of "Part 3, The Journey?"
6. What was one part of his surroundings that Fletcher describes as he is in the cave and how does he describe it?
7. Name and describe another aspect of the Canyon other than its appearance that struck Fletcher.
8. What types of information did Fletcher receive from the National Park Visitor Center when he began to prepare for his trip?
9. In "Chapter 5, Transition," why did Fletcher decide to proceed to Bass Camp along the terrace rather than forging a trail down Fossil Canyon to the Colorado River?
10. What does Fletcher say is the bottom line reason for the proposed projects in the Epilogue?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Describe Fletcher's re-entrance into civilization. What steps did he take to make sure he didn't go about it too quickly, and how did he react to society?
Essay Topic 2
Compare different aspects of Fletcher's personality. Include specific details from the book.
Essay Topic 3
The title of this book is The Man Who Walked Through Time, yet it has nothing to do with time travel. Time, however used several different ways, is often used by the author throughout the book. Use examples from the book to explain why the author may have chosen this title.
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