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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through March 30 Cocoons, March 31, April 2 Dreams, April 3 Ice Fishing, April 4 Returns, April 8, April 11, April 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On December 9, the author returns to his cabin in the woods just in time for what event?
(a) A full lunar eclipse.
(b) A partial lunar eclipse.
(c) The winter solstice.
(d) A solar eclipse.

2. On what does the author base his conclusions?
(a) On previously discovered scientific evidence.
(b) On his observations.
(c) On his assumptions.
(d) On his experiments.

3. The author observes what in the section "The Moon"?
(a) The sun.
(b) The stars.
(c) The moon.
(d) The night sky.

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

5. During his daily_______, the author sees a web of many tiny caterpillars all flashing together in unison from side to side.
(a) Run.
(b) Hike.
(c) Bike ride.
(d) Walk.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In "March 14 Storm" what is the author beginning to feel?

3. His traveling companion is a ____________ that he took out of the nest when it was still a baby.

4. In "September 23-26 The Garden," what does the author find after waking up one morning?

5. After a few weeks, what does Jack learn to do on his own?

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