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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Dogs: Alaska.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the Prelude Gary writes, "The difficulty came because of ____________."
(a) The snow.
(b) The terrain.
(c) The "problem" dogs.
(d) A headache.

2. In the Prelude, what does Gary notice that finally triggers his "survival code?"
(a) The tracks behind the sled were filling up quickly.
(b) The dogs were slowing down.
(c) The temperature was dropping.
(d) Visibility was getting worse.

3. When does the Prelude take place?
(a) Before Gary's second Iditarod race.
(b) Before Gary's first Iditarod race.
(c) During Gary's first Iditarod race.
(d) During Gary's second Iditarod race.

4. In the opening story of the book, where does Gary end up after he is blown sideways?
(a) On top of one of the dogs.
(b) Under an avalanche of snow.
(c) Against a rocky outcropping.
(d) At the bottom of a canyon.

5. What becomes strikingly clear when Gary gets to Alaska?
(a) He is too tired to run in the race.
(b) He knows nothing about running dogs long distances.
(c) He doesn't have enough dogs for the race.
(d) He won't have enough money to enter the race.

Short Answer Questions

1. About how many dog booties would be needed for one team for the entire race?

2. Where does Gary get the old bike he uses for dog running?

3. How long is the trail that the team runs in "First Snow"?

4. According to Gary, what is the most important tenet of running dogs?

5. What does Ruth say to Gary after his skunk encounter in "Major Wrecks"?

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