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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Gary writes that dogs will die before they lose what?

2. In "An End", where is Gary's bandage?

3. How far is it from Koyuk to Nome?

4. What does Gary do when he starts to get really cold in The Yukon?

5. What type of terrain do the teams encounter between Shaktolik and Koyuk?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Gary's relationships with Cookie and Devil. How does Gary communicate with each of them, and how do Cookie and Devil communicate with Gary? Give specific examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

Who are the main people, animals, and places in the book? Describe them physically if you can, and describe their personalities. Why is each of these important?

Essay Topic 3

What are some of the biggest mistakes Gary makes while running dogs? Include mistakes he makes while training, as well as those he makes during the race.

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