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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many matches does Brian use to start a fire?

2. What does Brian use to kill a fish in Chapter 2?

3. During Brian's first winter in the bush, how long did he live with a trapping family he met?

4. How many spare strings does Brian have for his bow?

5. How many pair of Polarfleece pants does Brian have?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are most of the lakes like in the north country?

2. Why doesn't Brian worry about camping?

3. What tools did Brian bring with him?

4. How do the Inuit hunt seal?

5. Why is it illegal in many states to hunt from canoes?

6. In a book published in the 1930s by the government, what did Brian learn about nutritional value and dangers of eating different types of animals and fish?

7. In Chapter 3, where does Brian often sleep?

8. Why does Brian think that a noise he hears in Chapter 1 is a squirrel or a mouse?

9. Why do the noises and smells of civilization bother Brian?

10. What does Brian decide to do about the dog?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapter 8, instinct drives Brian to pack up camp and head north. Discuss instinct and the reliance that Brian places upon instinct.

Essay Topic 2

In Chapters 3 and, Brian demonstrates carefulness in everything he does. Discuss cautiousness, and the ways that Brian is cautious.

Essay Topic 3

In Chapters 5 and 6, Brian decides that the dog is used to people. Discuss the reasons why Brian decides that the dog is used to people.

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