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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, July, The Moose Are in the Lakes.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Cree Indians viewed the Big Dipper (part of Ursa Major) as the Great Bear constellation, and the three stars in the handle as what?
(a) Hunters.
(b) Cubs.
(c) Beehives.
(d) Paw tracks.

2. What were other terms used to refer to cedar waxwings in Cache Lake country?
(a) Redwing or redbreast birds.
(b) Cedar or cherry birds.
(c) Redbreast or cedar birds.
(d) Cherry or redwing birds.

3. Without a heavy pack, what was listed as the average speed one could hike on a good trail?
(a) From 3 to 3.5 miles per hour.
(b) From 2 to 2.5 miles per hour.
(c) From 2.5 to 3 miles per hour.
(d) From 1.5 to 2 miles per hour.

4. How many steps were shown in how to heft a heavy pack onto one's back?
(a) 1.
(b) 2.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

5. What were the woods described as having been like in July?
(a) Dry, cool, and quiet.
(b) Wet, hot, and quiet.
(c) Dry, hot, and quiet.
(d) Dry, hot, and noisy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Jim saw what animals as they escaped not far ahead of a forest fire as it approached a lake he had sought for refuge?

2. Jim named his new husky pup Tripper for what reasons?

3. Why were the wolves on the move in February?

4. What lightweight metal was recommended for use inside a leather axe sheath to protect it and the blade?

5. After owls have gulped their food down whole and it has digested, what was the next step for bones and fur?

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