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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. Who is the region in which Ralston is trapped named after?
(a) Indian Ed.
(b) Mr. Griffin.
(c) Butch Cassidy.
(d) John Griffith.

2. What causes Ralston's left hand to swell?
(a) The chockstone hit his hand before pinning him.
(b) The heat.
(c) Hitting his hand with a rock when trying to hammer the knife.
(d) The pressure of the knife trying to chip away the chockstone.

3. What sign leads Ralston to believe he is not yet fully dehydrated?
(a) The cuts from hammering actually bleed.
(b) He continues to have urges to urinate.
(c) He is able to cry.
(d) He produces saliva.

4. Back in solitude, Ralston listens to what band on his CD player?
(a) Phish.
(b) Poison.
(c) Dave Matthews Band.
(d) Nirvana.

5. What does Ralston make out of the elastic tubing insulation from his Camelbak?
(a) A noose.
(b) A tourniquet.
(c) An animal trap.
(d) A pulley.

Short Answer Questions

1. During one of Ralston's attempt to amputate his arm, how does he react to the puncture?

2. John Griffith is known to head for what destination?

3. What does Ralston do to try and keep himself warm?

4. Who is Ralston most impressed by during his ski trip with the Albuquerque Mountain Rescue Council?

5. What importance does the Elk Mountains Grand Traverse play in Ralston's life?

(see the answer key)

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