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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. What does the cabdriver suggest Bryson and Katz do to get to their destination?
(a) Catch the train
(b) Rent a car
(c) Go by bus
(d) Rent a motorscooter

2. What surprises Bryson about his equipment shopping trip?
(a) There is an extensive list of places to eat and sleep.
(b) There are very few options from which to choose.
(c) The amount and prices of the gear exceed his expectations.
(d) Most of the equipment is simple to understand.

3. Which is another of Bryson's fears?
(a) Inadequate supplies
(b) Inadequate planning
(c) Lack of needed stamina
(d) Diseases

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

5. When were over half of all the offices and malls in America today built?
(a) Since the 1980's
(b) Since the 1970's
(c) Since the 1930's
(d) Since the 1950's

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the famous event that took place in Dayton in 1925?

2. What types of trees grew in the forest of the Appalachian Trail in 1948?

3. What are Katz and Bryson confronted with when they reach High Top?

4. What is the date Bryson and Katz begin their walk in the woods?

5. Where do most hikers begin the Appalachian Trail?

Short Essay Questions

1. Mary Ellen becomes a hiking companion to Bryson and Katz. Describe her experience as a hiker.

2. Summarize the details of the National Trails System Act which was passed in 1968.

3. Describe the first look Bryson and Katz have of the Smoky Mountains.

4. Explain why Bryson thinks woods are spooky.

5. Describe the town of Gatlinburg which is just outside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

6. Describe the Chattahoochee Forest.

7. How long is the Appalachian Trail and in what states does it begin and end?

8. Describe the weather as Bryson and Katz cross the ledge of Big Butt Mountain and reach Bearpen Gap.

9. Explain the type of hiking that Bryson and Katz will have to do through the Smoky Mountains.

10. Describe Stephen Katz, Bryson's hiking partner.

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