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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is a major drawback to accepting a ride in the Pontiac?
(a) The music is painfully loud.
(b) The young couple shouts and argues.
(c) The car seems to be overheating.
(d) The driver is extremely drunk.

2. How long is the Appalachian Trail?
(a) 1200 miles
(b) 2100 miles
(c) 800 miles
(d) 2700 miles

3. Who maps out the actual paths and begins construction?
(a) Washington Irving
(b) Martin A. Berry
(c) Charles Whitaker
(d) Myron Avery

4. What is one of Bryson's fears about the hike?
(a) All the wildlife roaming about in the woods
(b) Security of the homestead
(c) Time off from employment is frowned upon
(d) Adequate funds to complete the hike is doubtful

5. What happens three or four times a day as Bryson and Katz hike the trail?
(a) Animals in the woods are heard but not seen
(b) Unplanned rest stops
(c) They meet some of the small cohort hiking in the same direction at the same pace
(d) Saws can be heard in the distance

Short Answer Questions

1. What occupies Bryson's thoughts as he awaits springtime?

2. What is the title of the book Bill reads snuggled in bed weeks before the walk begins?

3. What are parts of the original Appalachian Trail plans that are never realized?

4. Where do most hikers begin the Appalachian Trail?

5. In March and April, what percent of hikers drop out the first week?

(see the answer key)

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