Exploring the Grand Canyon's Challenges

In 2015, Kevin Fedarko and a friend embarked on a challenging hike across the Grand Canyon to gain a unique perspective on its beauty and the pressures it faces. Despite the allure of the canyon, the journey was fraught with difficulties, including injuries and harsh conditions. They initially failed but returned with experienced hikers to continue their quest. Along the way, they explored historical sites and discussed the controversial Escalade development project, which threatens the canyon's integrity. The hike provided insights into the canyon's challenges and the importance of preserving its natural beauty.

What motivated the narrator and Kevin Fedarko to hike the Grand Canyon?

• To understand the challenges and beauty of the Grand Canyon

• To write a travel guide

• To find a new hiking trail

• To set a world record

How wide and deep is the Grand Canyon in some stretches?

• 10 meters wide and half a mile deep

• 18 meters wide and over a mile deep

• 100 meters wide and three miles deep

• 50 meters wide and two miles deep

Why did the narrator and Kevin choose a sectional hike approach?

• To meet more people along the way

• To manage the hike in smaller, more manageable sections

• To complete the hike faster

• To avoid the heat

What health issues did the narrator and Kevin face during the hike?

• Dehydration and sunburn

• Sprained ankles and low body salts

• Altitude sickness and blisters

• Food poisoning and fatigue

What did the narrator and Kevin do after leaving their through-hike friends?

• They gave up on the hike

• They decided to hike a different trail

• They returned with more supplies

• They reassessed their plan and returned with experienced hikers

What historical development project did the narrator and Kevin explore?

• The Hoover Dam

• The Marble Canyon Dam

• The Glen Canyon Dam

• The Boulder Canyon Project

What is the Grand Escalade project?

• A new visitor center

• A gondola proposal to the canyon floor

• A bridge across the canyon

• A new hiking trail

What is one argument in favor of the Grand Escalade project?

• It will preserve the natural landscape

• It will improve hiking trails

• It will provide jobs and cultural preservation

• It will reduce visitor numbers

What is one argument against the Grand Escalade project?

• It will be difficult to maintain

• It will not attract enough visitors

• It will destroy a sacred space

• It will be too expensive to build

What does the narrator hope to achieve by hiking the Grand Canyon?

• To find new hiking partners

• To gain a unique perspective on the canyon's challenges

• To complete the hike in record time

• To write a book about hiking