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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 24-27.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Jason return to his cabin when he was following tracks?
(a) He lost sight of the animal.
(b) He is too tired to go on.
(c) He has to return to eat.
(d) His water has frozen and needs to drink.

2. What does Jason recall Homer saying about this leg of the journey?
(a) This is the easiest part of the journey.
(b) Novices usually fail to get over the water.
(c) He did not mention this leg to Jason.
(d) Let the boat do your work.

3. Why does the scene along the trail shock Jason?
(a) The cruelty to the animals, especially the horses.
(b) That there are families with young children.
(c) The number of people.
(d) That people are fighting over position on the trail.

4. What do Jason and Jack do when they meet up again?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Trade items around.
(c) Tell each other their stories.
(d) Ignore each other.

5. What does Jason lose as the bear comes out of the den?
(a) His gloves.
(b) His hat.
(c) His knife.
(d) His gun.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year does this book begin?

2. Where does the rail car Jason hops go?

3. What does Jason see in the river after he parts ways with his employers?

4. Where must Jason pass in order to feel safe?

5. What kind of a job does Jason get?

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