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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Gary NOT do when he reaches the Finger Lake checkpoint?
(a) Rub the dogs' shoulders.
(b) Check the dogs' toes.
(c) Sleep.
(d) Mend harnesses.

3. At the end of "Alaska", how does Gary feel about the start of the race?
(a) He is worried that he doesn't have enough supplies.
(b) He feels that he and the dogs are ready.
(c) He doesn't think he will make it out of Anchorage.
(d) He is worried that he doesn't have enough dogs.

4. What does Gary say when Ruth asks if he had a rough night after looking for the dogs and bike?
(a) "Yes. I can't wait to get some sleep."
(b) "No. It was more or less normal."
(c) "Can't you tell by looking at me?"
(d) "Yes. But I'm sure I'll have worse."

5. According to Gary, what is "that which is cold"?
(a) The Iditarod.
(b) The Alaska Range.
(c) Alaska.
(d) The Yukon River.

Short Answer Questions

1. What awakens Gary while he is training for his second Iditarod?

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

3. At Don's Cabin, why is the Doughnut man so angry?

4. According to Gary, what is "the be-all and end-all of running dogs on the Iditarod"?

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

(see the answer key)

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