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

2. What does Ruth say about running the dogs after the first snow?
(a) "Take only seven dogs."
(b) "Wait until tomorrow."
(c) "Bring plenty of supplies."
(d) "Take the light sled."

3. What does Ruth say to Gary when she brings him soup in "Beginnings"?
(a) "You need to start earning some money."
(b) "You should get some rest."
(c) "You're going to run the race, aren't you?"
(d) "You should think about giving up on the race."

4. Why doesn't Gary feel pain when the snow hook pierces his boot?
(a) The snow hook was pulled right back out.
(b) The point landed between two of his toes.
(c) The point didn't go in very deep.
(d) The point was dull.

5. How long does it take Gary to get to Alaska?
(a) Seventeen days.
(b) A month.
(c) Eight days.
(d) Two weeks.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the Prelude, what does Gary notice that finally triggers his "survival code?"

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

3. After Devil falls in "First Snow", why isn't he run over by the sled?

4. Which experience does Gary NOT share with the dogs in "Becoming Dog"?

5. The Canadian dogs remind Ruth of what?

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