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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11, October, Frost on Scarlet Leaves.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Jim tried to do what if a thunderstorm came up when he was on the lake in his canoe?
(a) Head for shore, pull into heavy cover, and get under it.
(b) Remain on the lake, lay in his canoe, and bail when it passed.
(c) Head for shore, pull into an open clearing, and stay close to the ground.
(d) Head for the center of the lake, balance himself and cover up.

2. Where was it noted the lightning bugs did not fly so much?
(a) Over rocky areas.
(b) Over the open water.
(c) In the open places.
(d) Along the shoreline.

3. It was recommended that any bacon taken was lean for what reason?
(a) Fat bacon left little once fried.
(b) Fat bacon was tougher.
(c) Lean bacon kept longer.
(d) Lean bacon was healthier.

4. What did the term "cache" mean?
(a) A magnetized piece of metal serving as a compass.
(b) A canoe made from tree branches, bark, and gum.
(c) A semi-permanent encampment.
(d) A hidden storage place for provisions.

5. If one did not have a compass, what was suggested one could use?
(a) The clouds and rocks.
(b) The wind and sun.
(c) The wind and clouds.
(d) The sun and rocks.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. The remedy offered for metal that got so cold that it chipped was to heat it until it was dull red before it was plunged into what?

3. The Indian paddle stroke Chief Tibeash used was short, began at the waist, and ended with a thrust from what point?

4. Jim noted that Chief Tibeash eyed everything when on the trail and walked as quietly as what animal?

5. Jim made bait rods for fishing from what in February?

(see the answer key)

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