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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the Doughnut man?

2. What does Devil do to another dog in Dalzell Gorge?

3. Along the Yukon River, what does Gary estimate the temperature to be in degrees Fahrenheit?

4. Why does it seem like Rainy Pass should be difficult to run?

5. How does Gary describe the terrain of The Interior?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the sacrifices made for the race by Gary, the dogs, Ruth, and Gary's son. Do you think they would say the sacrifices were worth it?

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

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?

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