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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What realization did Fletcher reach as he spent time observing wildlife on the sand bar?

2. What animal does Fletcher say lived in significant numbers in the area past the head of Forester Canyon?

3. Who were Al and Elma Milotte?

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

5. Where were William Wallace Bass's ashes scattered?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Give five examples of imagery Fletcher uses in the book. Include details and reasons why imagery is such an important component of the book.

Essay Topic 2

Although Fletcher is in great physical shape and has lived a solitary simple lifestyle before, he has an adjustment period upon entering the Canyon. Describe the process Fletcher goes through to change himself physically and mentally to adapt to the journey during the first week.

Essay Topic 3

Fletcher might have been impulsive in some ways, but he planned the necessary parts of his journey carefully. Give some examples of different ways he planned before his trip and describe how these preparations saved him from disaster during the journey.

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