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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15 Tukuhnikivats, the Island in the Desert.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. Abbey's reference to the beavers building another dam is really about
(a) The beavers that were imported into the park
(b) The federal government's new reservoir
(c) The tourists who have jammed up the river
(d) The busy park rangers
2. All creatures in the desert at this time of year
(a) Search for food in the late afternoon
(b) Stay in the shade as much as possible
(c) Live near water
(d) Eat whatever walks by
3. Major John Wesley Powell was the first to
(a) A force in drowing Glen Canyon
(b) The government's advocate for the Hoover Dam
(c) The military force behind Lake Powell
(d) Explore the Colorado River and its environment
4. The group's reactions after the man is taken away involve
(a) Sad silence
(b) Relief and humor
(c) Raucous partying
(d) An introspective meditation
5. The government survey crew came with plans to
(a) Build a new winter resort
(b) Rebuild the ranger station
(c) Construct additional campsites
(d) Lay out a new road into the Arches
Short Answer Questions
1. The difference between Navajos and other poverty-stricken cultures is
2. Abbey is polemic about
3. Why did Abbey's friend from Cleveland think the desert would be a better place if it had water?
4. Edward describes the colors of dawn in terms of
5. When Abbey finally confronts Moon-Eye, he is
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