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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Cows, Early February, March 13 Storm Warnings, March 14 Storm, March 14 After the Storm, March 16, Spring, March 20-21 First Tappers, March 23, March 25 Birch Seeds.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The author reflects in "October 14 To Find Small Caterpillars" that he is much like whom?
(a) HIs father.
(b) Jack.
(c) His wife.
(d) His son.

2. In "August 9-13 Some Berries," the author is in search of some _____________.
(a) Blackberries.
(b) Raspberries.
(c) Blueberries.
(d) Strawberries.

3. What does the author reflect on as he gathers bunches of berries?
(a) His marriage.
(b) Earlier times in his childhood.
(c) Earlier months of his stay in the cabin.
(d) His son.

4. In "Cows," why does the author go into town?
(a) To meet with friends.
(b) To buy supplies.
(c) To have a meal at the diner.
(d) To see his son.

5. Why do the squirrels, in particular, fascinate the author?
(a) They are very mean.
(b) They are very curious.
(c) They try so hard to stay hidden.
(d) They are very loud.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the mood of the people as they stock up for a big storm in "March 13 Storm Warnings"?

2. As he climbs closer to a bog, he notices not just berries, but also the many _______________ that will later come into season.

3. According to the farmer, how do most people use the dead calves?

4. The author ponders about the first Native Americans who discovered __________.

5. In "Late Summer Ramblings," the author writes about the changing of the seasons and the life cycle of ________.

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