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

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the buffalo doing in The Burn?

2. Why does Gary stop before reaching Unalakleet?

3. What does the old man in Unalakleet say to Gary?

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

5. How does Gary get through the bitterly cold nights in The Yukon?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 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

Discuss how Gary conveys his ignorance in "Beginnings", "Dogs from Hell", "Major Wrecks", "Pre-Race", and during the race. Why do you think he shares his ignorance with the reader?

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