The Man Who Walked Through Time Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

According to Fletcher, what was the motivation behind the Pacific Southwest Water Plan engineers? (from Part 4, Epilogue)

They wanted to divert water from the Grand Canyon so it would stop changing and remain beautiful forever.

They were concerned for wildlife that was dying because of a drought.

They wanted the challenge and were trying to save their jobs.

They wanted to divert tourism away from the Grand Canyon to preserve it.

2.

Where did Fletcher decide to spend the first week of his journey? (from Part 3, Chapters 1-5)

A cave shelter.

An abandoned cabin.

On the banks of the Colorado River.

A tourist area outside the Supai Village.

3.

How did Fletcher feel about leaving the Canyon in "Chapter 10 Exit?" (from Part 4, Epilogue)

He was ready to be up and out.

He was disappointed that he could not stay another week.

He was so sad, he cried.

He wanted to stay and build a dude ranch.

4.

What is another name for the Erosion Surface? (from Part 3, Chapters 1-5)

The Supai Formation.

The Grand Façade.

The Great Unconformity.

The Rim.

5.

What did Fletcher say would be different about how he would fit into society after his experience in the Grand Canyon? (from Part 3, Chapters 6-10)

He was afraid he would not fit in well after spending so much time alone.

He planned to live as a hermit.

He thought he would be a better citizen because of his new insights.

He planned to camp outside the Canyon protesting tourists.

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