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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. What does the author believe is responsible for our changing seasons today?
(a) The moon being an asteroid.
(b) A collision long ago.
(c) The fission theory.
(d) The coalescing of gas and dust in the creation of the moon.

2. The author watches in fascination as _______________.
(a) Teams of horses and oxen pull heavy loads for a large crowd of spectators.
(b) An artist paints his portrait.
(c) Chefs make several types of pies for the visitors to try.
(d) The horses compete in dressage.

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

4. In the section "Election Time," the author's ______________ is visiting for a deer hunt.
(a) Niece.
(b) Cousin.
(c) Nephew.
(d) Son.

5. The author ponders about the first Native Americans who discovered __________.
(a) How to make maple syrup.
(b) How to cook squirrel.
(c) How to hunt.
(d) How to catch squirrels.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "March 25 Birch Seeds," how many birch seeds are shed by the tree?

2. The author tries to draw conclusions about _____________.

3. In "Habits and Hunts," what has the author given up?

4. Why do the squirrels, in particular, fascinate the author?

5. What does Stuart win?

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