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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Jim described how he made a bread knife from what type of blade?
(a) A coping saw.
(b) A hacksaw.
(c) A bucksaw.
(d) A bandsaw.

2. How was dynamite used to break up a log jam?
(a) It was dropped from a small plane flying over.
(b) It was tied to a long pole and rammed into it.
(c) It was thrown toward it from the shore.
(d) It was thrown from a boat that sped off.

3. What lightweight metal was recommended for use inside a leather axe sheath to protect it and the blade?
(a) Copper.
(b) Brass.
(c) Aluminum bronze.
(d) Aluminum.

4. What were noted as the keys to surviving in the wilderness, finding one's way about, and avoiding possible dangers?
(a) Learn from those before you and simply apply the lessons.
(b) Observing things closely and watching the sun.
(c) Always bring a compass and extra food.
(d) Common sense and observing everything closely.

5. What was the easiest route to follow in the north country during the winter?
(a) The ridge lines.
(b) The shorelines.
(c) The waterways.
(d) The trails.

Short Answer Questions

1. Hank sometimes made his own candles when he used the bark slipped from what small decayed saplings to mold them?

2. March was not spring yet as Cache Lake was full of ice and there were how many feet of snow?

3. Spring was a good time for casting animal tracks as the wet ground made nice prints, especially when found where?

4. What was viewed as the biggest mistake individuals could make regarding their compasses?

5. When the sap was running freely, how many gallons were obtained per day from a good tree?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did snowshoe lameness result from?

2. What was it Jim advised everyone to avoid getting lost?

3. What took place as the weather began to get warmer in March?

4. What were Jim's plans for his garden in April?

5. What did Jim relate about the bear hunt he went on with Chief Tibeash in March?

6. What was noted about March regarding animals?

7. What happened to the ice in Cache Lake when April arrived?

8. What was the relevance of time for Jim at Cache Lake?

9. What fundamental information did Jim relate about wolves?

10. What did those in Cache Lake Country do to obtain sap in March?

(see the answer keys)

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