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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the record for the longest section hike along the Appalachian Trail?
(a) Thirty-two years
(b) Twenty years
(c) Seventeen years
(d) Forty-six years

2. What is causing Bryson and Katz to hurry the descent of Blood Mountain?
(a) They have seen 3 bears
(b) Katz is sick and getting sicker
(c) Thoughts of Walasi-Yi Inn, having sandwiches and ice cream
(d) A substantial storm is almost upon them

3. What is Bryson surprised to find at the first shelter?
(a) The shelter is teeming with bugs, spiders and crawlies
(b) The shelter has burned from a careless campfire
(c) The shelter has fallen in and has no roof
(d) A crowd of hikers

4. How does Bryson describe the town of Hanover where he lives?
(a) A quiet, boring town
(b) A busy, overcrowded town
(c) A rowdy college town
(d) A small, typical New England college town

5. Who is Bryson's hiking partner on his day hikes in New Hampshire?
(a) Bill Abdu
(b) Mary Ellen
(c) His wife
(d) Stephen Katz

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do Katz and Bryson agree to continue their hike in August?

2. What is the primary role of the Forest Service?

3. Which food is Katz complaining about because Bryson left it behind?

4. What item does Katz throw out of his pack to lighten the weight?

5. What are Bryson and Katz's reaction to the commercialism of Knoxville?

(see the answer key)

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