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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. What does Susan Smallhorn's Indian name mean?

2. When Brian hears a high-pitched screeeeee, what bird does he hear?

3. How much does a large bull moose weigh?

4. How wide is the grapnel hook that Brian uses to anchor his canoe?

5. How many pairs of gloves does Brian have?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do the Cree Indians usually have dark-haired malamute cross dogs?

2. How does Brian check his gear daily?

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

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

5. How is the dog injured that Brian finds in Chapter 4?

6. What does Susan Smallhorn look like?

7. How do the Inuit hunt seal?

8. Describe the area where the Smallhorn's live.

9. What were Brian's dreams like at first after the crash?

10. How does Brian intend to keep up with his studies in the wilderness?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

In Chapter 10 and "The Hunt," Brian decides to hunt the bear. Discuss how and why Brian decides to hunt the bear?

Essay Topic 3

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

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