View a FREE sample

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the 2nd intrusion from the outside world that Fletcher describes in "Chapter 10, Exit?"

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

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

4. According to Fletcher, what was the motivation behind the Pacific Southwest Water Plan engineers?

5. What was the 3rd intrusion from the outside world that Fletcher describes in "Chapter 10, Exit?"

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

How does the author develop the concept of becoming one with nature or connecting to nature? Give some examples of how his connection with the Canyon changes throughout the book.

Essay Topic 3

In a footnote, Fletcher briefly describes his life as a compulsive walker and gives a few details about another long journey he took in the past. In your own words, describe the lifestyle of a compulsive walker and give reasons why this lifestyle helped Fletcher have a successful journey through the Grand Canyon.

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 330 words (approx. 2 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample