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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. In Chapter 8, how much of the deer does the dog eat in one sitting?

2. Why do white-tailed deer come in to clearings late in the day?

3. In Chapter 6 as the day warms up, what insects become active.

4. How long will Brian wait to cut the stitches from the dog's wound?

5. How far from the fire does the dog rest after Brian tends to her wound?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Brian want to make lures to kill trout?

2. Why is Brian so good with a bow?

3. What would the Cree do if they encountered a beaver dam in a canoe?

4. Why does Brian save the rabbit skin?

5. In Chapter 8, why does Brian pack and leave when he has planned to stay a day or two?

6. n Chapter 7, why doesn't Brian shoot a rabbit that is an easy kill?

7. What convinces Brian to help the dog?

8. After Brian shoots the rabbit, why can't he continue hunting?

9. How do Brian and the dog share a meal in Chapter 7?

10. Why is Brian concerned when it is time to leave in Chapter 7?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapters 5 and 6, Brian empathizes with the dog. Discuss empathy and how Brian demonstrates empathy.

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

In Chapter 2, Brian thinks about learning and schooling. Discuss how Brian feels about schooling and learning.

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