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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, February, The Stars and the Silence.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. The Indian paddle stroke Chief Tibeash used was short, began at the waist, and ended with a thrust from what point?
(a) The wrists.
(b) The biceps.
(c) The shoulders.
(d) The cross arm.

3. What was described as the greatest mistake a man could make leaving camp without doing?
(a) Taking one's compass and a knife.
(b) Packing a full canteen of water.
(c) Telling friends the direction one was headed.
(d) Taking matches and a knife.

4. Why did the cold in the north country not feel as uncomfortable as that further south if the right clothes were worn?
(a) Below freezing the discomfort held steady if damp.
(b) It was damper.
(c) Below freezing the discomfort held steady if dry.
(d) It was drier.

5. What was suggested as one way of getting ahead when one worked through new wood?
(a) Binoculars.
(b) Hindsight.
(c) Trails.
(d) Tree marks.

Short Answer Questions

1. What were snow goggles?

2. Wolves were heard at Cache Lake in February, but not as much as at what other location?

3. Jim's memories of his grandmother having read to him as a youngster from "Swiss Family Robinson" were always stirred by what?

4. Jim obtained the speeds for a wind gauge he built when he tested it in what manner?

5. What was described as a good way to store fish in the winter?

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