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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14 "Homing In: "We Have His Truck".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What alters Ralston's original plans that set him on a course to the desert in Utah?
(a) Sub-zero weather make the ski terrain icy.
(b) His ski buddies cancel due to family emergency.
(c) Unusual warm weather that set avalanche hazards.
(d) A late-winter storm that set avalanche hazards.

2. What important role does Ranger Sherrill play in Ralston's search?
(a) He recognizes Ralston's vehicle description.
(b) He is the first into the Horseshoe Canyon area.
(c) He remembers seeing Ralston earlier on the previous Saturday near Goblin Valley.
(d) He flies the helicopter from Colorado for Ralston's search.

3. What adage does Rob Cooper use to discuss with Ralston?
(a) "It's not over 'til it's over."
(b) "It's not what you do, it's who you are."
(c) "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure."
(d) "Look before you leap."

4. How do you describe Ralston's video by Thursday in the canyon?
(a) Unfocused and erratic in thought.
(b) Spiritual.
(c) Emotional.
(d) Logistical and sound.

5. With what famous gang does the person bearing this region's name run with?
(a) The Wild Westerners.
(b) Harris's Cattle Ranchers.
(c) The Crazy Bunch.
(d) The Wild Bunch.

Short Answer Questions

1. Ralston's fascination with canyons stems from what time in his life?

2. Ralston compares his freedom to being born again, but with what important difference?

3. Conserving water, how often does Ralston takes sips in the beginning of his entrapment?

4. When Ralston returns from his trip to Mount Holy Cross, what news does he hear about his friends?

5. What sound does Ralston compare the beginning of an avalanche to?

(see the answer key)

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