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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3 "The Night Shift".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What part of Ralston's arm is crushed between the boulder and the canyon wall?
(a) At the shoulder.
(b) The top of the palm.
(c) Just above the elbow.
(d) Near the wrist.

2. What is the average survival time without water in the desert?
(a) Two to three days.
(b) Five to six days.
(c) Three to four days.
(d) Four to five days.

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

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

5. John Griffith is last seen in what year?
(a) 1899.
(b) 1890.
(c) 1879.
(d) 1889.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the ranger at Teton, what do you do if you decide to throw rocks at a black bear?

2. Near the beginning of Ralston's hike, he meets which other hikers?

3. What does Ralston drop when he attempts to place it safely into his pack with the swollen hand?

4. What happens when Ralston attempts to hammer the blade with a large rock?

5. Where is Ralston's first backpacking trip?

(see the answer key)

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