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Aron Ralston
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A Rock and a Hard Place Test | Mid-Book Test - Medium

Aron Ralston
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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many fourteeners does Ralston climb in Colorado?
(a) 24 of 60.
(b) 36 of 59.
(c) 30 of 50.
(d) 48 of 59.

2. What does Ralston realize when reflecting on his discussions with Rob Cooper?
(a) That Ralston has the tenacity to live and survive this ordeal.
(b) Rob is wrong, Ralston is right.
(c) Ralston places more value on the achievement than on the journey.
(d) Rob teaches Ralston to peak fourteeners only if it makes Ralston happy.

3. Near the beginning of Ralston's hike, he meets which other hikers?
(a) Grace and Sammy.
(b) Molly and Taylor.
(c) Steve and Eve.
(d) Megan and Kristi.

4. Where is Ralston's first solo overnight trip?
(a) Great Teton.
(b) Little Teton.
(c) Middle Teton.
(d) Medium Teton.

5. What does Ralston drop when he attempts to place it safely into his pack with the swollen hand?
(a) The key ring for his bike lock.
(b) A raven's feather.
(c) The headlight.
(d) A carabiner.

Short Answer Questions

1. Ralston is employed by what company after graduation?

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

3. In his first log, what is one thing Ralston mentions?

4. After Humphrey's peak, what does Ralston share with his friend Mark?

5. Silver Tip escapes after how many years in prison?

Short Essay Questions

1. In addition to the direct injury of his pinned arm, what other challenges does Ralston face from being stuck in one place?

2. Describe Ralston's reaction to a black bear in his campground on his first solo overnighter?

3. How do you describe the feeling Ralston has at the peak of the Maroon Bells in wintertime?

4. How does Ralston's attitude about the outdoors change over time while growing up?

5. Describe the possible consequences Ralston faces if he decides to amputate his arm.

6. Compare Warren MacDonald and Betty Darr and their relationship to Ralston.

7. What does "Geologic Time Includes Now" mean?

8. How does Ralston feels he fits into Aspen's social class?

9. Describe John Griffith's skills that help him survive the wild west.

10. What external events serve as a reminder to Ralston that he is lucky despite his risky adventures?

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