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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9 "Day Four: Out of Food and Water".
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What does Ralston make out of the elastic tubing insulation from his Camelbak?
(a) An animal trap.
(b) A pulley.
(c) A noose.
(d) A tourniquet.
2. Previously, Ralston asks for guidance and direction to understand why he is in this situation. However, by day four, Ralston prays for what?
(a) An angel to help free him from the chockstone.
(b) His parents' understanding of his adventurous lifestyle.
(c) Patience to "see this through".
(d) Leona to report him missing earlier than what he believes is reasonable.
3. Although Ralston talks to the camera about recovery costs, what dominates Ralston's thoughts much of the time?
(a) An ice cream sundae.
(b) Amputation.
(c) Fresh foods and liquids.
(d) A rescue.
4. What adage does Rob Cooper use to discuss with Ralston?
(a) "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure."
(b) "It's not what you do, it's who you are."
(c) "Look before you leap."
(d) "It's not over 'til it's over."
5. Despite the futility of chipping away at the chockstone, why does Ralston continue to do so?
(a) He believes it is not futile.
(b) Out of anger.
(c) To generate body heat.
(d) Out of boredom.
Short Answer Questions
1. For the first two days, how do you describe Ralston's reaction to the situation?
2. Ralston's fascination with canyons stems from what time in his life?
3. On day four, Ralston passes time by doing what?
4. What does Ralston realize about the noises he hears?
5. What causes Ralston to have an erratic heartbeat and sunken eyes?
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