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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Race: McGrath; The Interior.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What becomes Gary's mantra?
(a) If one person can do it, another person can do it.
(b) Slow and steady wins the race.
(c) Be true to yourself and to your dogs.
(d) It's not about winning, it's about how you play the game.

2. Where does Gary sleep after his skunk encounter?
(a) In the bed.
(b) On the couch.
(c) In the kennel.
(d) In the tub.

3. The mushers need to be in Anchorage how long before the start of the race?
(a) Two hours.
(b) A week.
(c) Two days.
(d) The night.

4. According to Gary, what is the race primarily about?
(a) Caring for the dogs.
(b) Perseverance.
(c) Being knowledgeable.
(d) Instinct.

5. What does Ruth think will be Gary's biggest problem in the race?
(a) Having enough supplies.
(b) Getting enough rest.
(c) Getting the dogs to stop at Nome.
(d) Finishing it.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long is the run in Dalzell Gorge?

2. How far does Gary and his team get before leaving the trail from Anchorage?

3. What does Gary tell the checker about going up Rainy Pass?

4. Why is Gary lying down in Dalzell Gorge?

5. Gary discovers that this spice helps dogs eat when they're not hungry.

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