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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through April 21, April 28, April 28 Free Search, May 2, May 4 Smelting, May 6 Metamorphosis, May 7, May 14 Fishing, May 15 Weeds in Huckleberry Bog, May 24 Graduation.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Burning Wood," the author writes that he is happy he has cut down so much wood, and it has given him a feeling of accomplishment. Nevertheless, what is he annoyed about?
(a) He is very sore from chopping wood.
(b) His stove is efficient at cooking food but inefficient at heating his cabin.
(c) The wood is filled with insects.
(d) He is still in need of more wood.

2. Where can moss grow?
(a) In very dry locations.
(b) Very few places.
(c) On rotting stumps and trees, in decaying grass, on rocks and ridges, and sometimes just on the bare ground.
(d) In strong sunlight.

3. How does Stuart feel about his father?
(a) He is very embarrassed.
(b) He is very annoyed.
(c) He is very angry.
(d) He is very proud.

4. During the author's run, what does he notice?
(a) Several deer in a field.
(b) The first apple leaves starting to fall.
(c) The leaves have begun to change color.
(d) Snow starting to fall.

5. The author believes he may be wanted as __________ in "The Spiker."
(a) A terrorist.
(b) A thief.
(c) An eco-terrorist.
(d) A mass murderer.

Short Answer Questions

1. When the author goes for a walk in his snowshoes, what does he observe?

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

3. In "September 13," how many miles does the author run as he observes caterpillars, ravens, and flies along the way?

4. In town the author meets _________________, who gives him some wood and fixes his chainsaw.

5. During his daily_______, the author sees a web of many tiny caterpillars all flashing together in unison from side to side.

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