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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Race: Norton Sound; Nome.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During race training, how long does Marge stay with Gary and his team?
(a) One night and the next morning.
(b) Three days.
(c) One night.
(d) One week.

2. What checkpoint is right after the Finger Lake checkpoint?
(a) Happy Canyon Lodge.
(b) The Burn Lodge.
(c) Rainy Pass Lodge.
(d) Don's Cabin.

3. Why won't the cafe cook take Gary's money?
(a) Because he couldn't cook what Gary wanted.
(b) Because Gary is running the Iditarod.
(c) Because Gary forgets to bring his money.
(d) Because he can't make change for Gary's money.

4. How far does Gary and his team get before leaving the trail from Anchorage?
(a) A mile.
(b) Two blocks.
(c) Ten miles.
(d) Less than fifty yards.

5. Where is Norton Sound located?
(a) Near Anchorage.
(b) At the base of the Alaska Mountains.
(c) Over the Bering Sea.
(d) In Canada.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the true start of the race?

2. What happens to Gary at the Rohn River checkpoint?

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

4. How do the dogs react when Marge enters the camp?

5. About how many miles is The Interior portion of the race?

(see the answer key)

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