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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. Who is Ralston's best friend that climbs his first "fourteener" with him?
(a) John Gray.
(b) Jon Heinrich.
(c) Jimmy Helbig.
(d) Henry Jones.

2. In 1989, Ralston participates in an outdoor adventure camp that includes what activities?
(a) Horseback riding, rock climbing, and mountain biking.
(b) Rock climbing, white water rafting, and horseback riding.
(c) Ice climbing, rock climbing, and navigation skills.
(d) Skiing, mountain biking, and kayaking.

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

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

5. Who is John Griffith's first employer?
(a) Dom's Meats.
(b) Harris cattle operation.
(c) Harvey's Ranchers.
(d) Ted's Cattlemen.

Short Answer Questions

1. After sitting for fifteen minutes, what begins to happen to Ralston's legs?

2. Of the listed items, which is found in Ralston's pack?

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

4. What does Ralston find and pick up to stick in his hat while hiking?

5. Ralston reminisces about which family friend that is known to be full of positive thinking and attitude?

(see the answer key)

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