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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 "Beginnings".

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where is Ralston's first backpacking trip?
(a) Rocky Mountain National Park.
(b) Grand Teton National Park.
(c) Glacier National Park.
(d) Yosemite National Park.

3. The boulder that pins Ralston's arm is compared to what in size?
(a) An oven.
(b) A refrigerator.
(c) A Volkswagon Beetle.
(d) A bus tire.

4. Who is the leader of this gang?
(a) John Griffith.
(b) Silver Tip.
(c) Butch Cassidy.
(d) Indian Ed.

5. Near the halfway point of the canyon, Ralston must rappel down what?
(a) The Long Fall.
(b) The Big Ditch.
(c) The Big Drop.
(d) The Deep Gulch.

Short Answer Questions

1. Back in solitude, Ralston listens to what band on his CD player?

2. What is the average survival time without water in the desert?

3. What nickname does Ralston's mother give him during the trip to the national park?

4. John Griffith is last seen in what year?

5. What is the name of the place in which Ralston is trapped?

(see the answer key)

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