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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. Where is Rick in "The Dog Tree"?

2. Why do Brown and Rick grow used to being cold in "Cold Training"?

3. What does the Alpha dog do to Brown in "The Dog Tree"?

4. How does Brown meet Rick?

5. What shape door do Brown and Rick put on their cabin?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Brown never afraid of the wilderness again in "Jersey Devil"?

2. What does Stalking Wolf say will happen after Brown does his challenge in "Jersey Devil"?

3. Why does Brown learn about mice?

4. How does Brown know the way to rescue Rick from the quick mud?

5. What happened when Brown was attacked by a wild dog when he was 10?

6. What happens once Brown is chased up the tree in "The Dog Tree"?

7. In "Chickadee Survival", why doesn't the storm threaten Brown?

8. Why is Brown out alone in "The Dog Tree"?

9. What test does Stalking Wolf give Brown in "Jersey Devil"?

10. What is Brown's first impression of Rick?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Using the events and ideas of this novel, explain how humanity can have a positive effect on nature as well as a negative effect. What does the author try to tell his reader about the effect of people on nature?

Essay Topic 2

How does Brown's recognition of his calling in life build throughout the novel? Consider examples of foreshadowing along with the growth of Brown's skills. How does the author fulfill the need to give Brown a "happy ending"? How does he not?

Essay Topic 3

Brown's education in nature spans this entire novel. Trace Brown's education from beginning to end, selecting two or three turning points. What makes these moments most valuable in Brown's education?

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