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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Race: Pre-Race; Eagle River.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the opening story of the book, where does Gary end up after he is blown sideways?
(a) Under an avalanche of snow.
(b) On top of one of the dogs.
(c) Against a rocky outcropping.
(d) At the bottom of a canyon.

2. Which of these is NOT a mistake Gary makes when he starts training?
(a) He doesn't feed the dogs meat.
(b) He uses too many dogs.
(c) He loads his rig with gear.
(d) He doesn't use enough dogs.

3. Why doesn't Gary feel pain when the snow hook pierces his boot?
(a) The snow hook was pulled right back out.
(b) The point landed between two of his toes.
(c) The point was dull.
(d) The point didn't go in very deep.

4. How often does Gary harness his "problem" dogs?
(a) Every four days.
(b) Once a week.
(c) Once a day.
(d) Every two days.

5. What happens when the team gets to the end of the driveway to run in the first snow of the season?
(a) Gary is thrown off the sled.
(b) A moose appears.
(c) Gary steers the team to the left.
(d) Cookie turns onto the old trapline trail.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the Prelude, what does Gary notice that finally triggers his "survival code?"

2. In "First Snow", how much snow is on the ground?

3. What do the other mushers unofficially vote Gary to be?

4. What did Gary ship to each checkpoint for the dogs?

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

(see the answer key)

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