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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 6-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are layers 4 through 6 of the Grand Canyon called?
(a) The Rim.
(b) The Great Unconformity.
(c) The Red Wall.
(d) Esplanade.

2. How did Fletcher feel about the Grand Canyon during his time at Phantom Ranch?
(a) He wanted to build a home in the Canyon.
(b) He sensed a barrier between himself and the Canyon even though he tried to enjoy the rocks and other things as he did during his journey.
(c) He was angry at the Canyon for costing him his health.
(d) He was tired of the Canyon and was ready for the journey to end.

3. What urge came to Fletcher's mind as he witnessed the different sights at the Rim?
(a) To hike the canyon.
(b) To leave and never come back.
(c) To climb the mountain.
(d) To swim across the river.

4. What was the first intrusion from the outside world that Fletcher outlines in "Chapter 10, Exit?"
(a) A baseball.
(b) A group of hikers.
(c) Music from a camper's transistor radio.
(d) Helicopter tracks.

5. How many layers of the Grand Canyon are shown in the schematic in "Part 3, The Journey?"
(a) 12.
(b) 20.
(c) 5.
(d) 8.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was Fletcher headed at the beginning of "Chapter 9, Man"?

2. In "Chapter 2, Reconnaissance," what does Fletcher say he realized during his trip?

3. Whom does Fletcher describe at the beginning of "Chapter 3, Interlude?"

4. In contrast to people fresh from the city, how did Fletcher view the area near Phantom Ranch?

5. About what specific skill did Fletcher compliment William Wallace Bass?

(see the answer key)

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