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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 power is Brian's monocular?

2. How many Polarfleece pullovers does Brian have?

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

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

5. In Chapter 2, what type of fish does Brian patiently hunt and kill?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. What clothes did Brian bring with him?

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

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

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

7. What fond memories does Brian have of his first wilderness experience?

8. What does Susan Smallhorn look like?

9. What types of supplies did Brian bring to the wilderness?

10. How does Brian check his gear daily?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

In Chapter 4, Brian uses his observational skills to discover what awakened him. Discuss Brian's observational skills and how he uses them.

Essay Topic 3

In Chapter 3, Brian describes his nightly routine. Discuss Brian's nightly routine and its importance.

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