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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the region in which Ralston is trapped named after?

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

3. Where does Ralston find work in Aspen?

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

5. Considering Ralston's risky adventures, how does he see himself dying?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. How does Ralston react spiritually to his entrapment?

3. What are some signs that indicate Ralston is losing some of his rationale and cool?

4. Why is it be natural for Betty Darr to come up in Ralston's mind during his entrapment?

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

6. What are some of the possible outcomes when Ralston initially ponders after he pins his arm?

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

8. What remedy does Ralston give himself after sustaining an injury on Capitol Peak instead of going to the hospital?

9. How is Jack Moore connected to Butch Cassidy?

10. What "clothing" does Ralston makeshift for himself to keep warm at night? What else does he do to stay warm from the chill?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Select one chapter of "Between a Rock and a Hard Place". Describe the chapter's tone and pace. Discuss why Ralston sets this tone and pace and what purpose it serves the reader. Consider the placement of the chapter in the book, the purpose of the chapter, and what Ralston is feeling.

Essay Topic 2

Ralston is an avid reader who admires other adventurers and conservationists. Using of one Ralston's references, give a brief report on someone Ralston admires. Explain why Ralston admires this character.

Essay Topic 3

Over time in the canyon, Ralston begins to lose his practical way of thinking. Explore the causes of his inability to stay rational over time. What signs are there? Does Ralston notice? If so, what does he do to reframe his mind? Does he want to reframe his mind back to the way it used to be? Does this help him in any way?

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