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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. Which of these items was not in the survival pack?

2. The bird reminds Brian of a flying what?

3. Why couldn't Brian catch any fish?

4. What is most noticeable about Brian's appearance?

5. Why does Brian's physical appearance affect him?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is proven by Brian's refusal to give up?

2. What did the storm and wreckage of the campsite teach Brian?

3. Why is it important for Brian to mark off the days?

4. Why was Brian against leaving the fire?

5. Explain the fascination of the creatures in the water.

6. Examine Brian's sense of pride.

7. Explain why Brian referred to the birds as foolbirds.

8. Explain what made Brian notice the fish for the first time?

9. Why was Brian reluctant to eat the eggs?

10. What good thing came out of Brian's frustration at the lack of entry into the plane?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Brian began to take charge when he decided that the camp needed to be cleaned and all things organized. Why was this an important step? How did Brian begin to change at this time? How does a clean camp change the situation?

Essay Topic 2

The moose attack was completely unexpected. Why would the moose attack for no reason? Was Brian provoking the moose without knowing it? How did Brian use his knowledge and intuition to keep the moose away? What would you have done if you were caught in a similar situation?

Essay Topic 3

Brian kept track of his "First Days" as a way of marking time in an unconventional way. Two different times, Brian celebrated his rebirth into a new person. Explain why it was important for Brian to realize that he was evolving and the purpose of keeping track of those days.

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