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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. In Chapter 15, how long does Brian believe it will take to get to the trading post?

2. On what creatures does Brian plan to use the weapons he is taking on the raft?

3. How long are the smaller sticks Brian uses to make cross-pieces?

4. In Chapter 19, when Brian studies the map, he figures they are _____ from two hills that are on either side of the river.

5. What did Brian do when an animal attacked him when he was on his own?

Short Essay Questions

1. Where does Brian put a note in case someone comes looking for them before they make it to the trading post?

2. How does Brian position Derek on the raft?

3. Why is Brian frustrated when he passes six bends and still does not see the raft?

4. Why does Brian decide that he was foolish to leave the lake and trust the map?

5. Describe the trading post and the people who live there.

6. What does Brian do to Derek to see if he is responsive?

7. What does Brian discover when he looks at a map he finds?

8. Why does Brian decide he has to swim to find the raft?

9. What does Brian do to protect Derek from the sun?

10. What helps Brian fight sleep, in Chapter 18?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are problems that Brian faces throughout the novel. Discuss the problems Brian faces and how he solves them.

Essay Topic 2

Brian decides he has to get help and to take Derek with him. Discuss why Brian decides he has to get help and has to take Derek with him.

Essay Topic 3

There are times when there is anxiety and uncertainty that lead to suspenseful moments. Discuss suspense and how Paulsen uses suspense in the novel.

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