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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. By what time is the first helicopter on the lookout for Ralston?

2. Who does Ralston originally forget and then remember to talk to on his videotape?

3. Why does Ralston take off his lycra padded shorts?

4. What image of Ralston does Leona see while in Boulder?

5. What alters Ralston's original plans that set him on a course to the desert in Utah?

Short Essay Questions

1. What symptoms does Ralston observe about his body and mind that shows signs of dehydration and lack of sleep?

2. What does Ralston realize about his arm that causes him to panic and wildly thrash around trying to free himself?

3. What is Elliot's role in the search for Ralston?

4. If Ralston knows how to successfully amputate his arm days earlier, does the outcome be the same or different? How come?

5. How does Ralston survive a night outside in a whiteout storm?

6. Summarize Brad and Leah's weekend after leaving Ralston near Mount Sopris. Note the circumstances that affects the timing of Ralston's rescue.

7. How does Steve Patchett help with the search from New Mexico?

8. As time continues in the canyon, what does Ralston's water supply mean to him?

9. What characteristics of Ralston returns once safe in the helicopter and hospital?

10. From Ralston's perspective, what significance is there in knowing what his friends are doing during his entrapment?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In reference to solo climbing all the fourteeners in winter, Mark states to Ralston, "I think it's great for you, as long as you're happy". Ralston notes that it is something he thinks about years before and feels he is indeed doing this for himself. Prove or disprove whether you agree or disagree with Ralston's affirmation.

Essay Topic 2

Ralston refers himself as an Aspen local as opposed to the richer tourists that come through Colorado for the winter season. There is a separation of classes that are dependent on each other, yet they each feel elite in their own groups. Describe where Ralston stands and why he feels the way he does.

Essay Topic 3

Before his entrapment, Ralston narrowly escapes death many times. He states how lucky he is in his adventures. Discuss how you think Ralston views his luck.

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