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

Short Answer Questions

1. What test does Gary NOT have in the last chapter of the book?

2. Why is Gary lying down in Dalzell Gorge?

3. Why doesn't Gary stop at Kaltag?

4. What is the major challenge in The Burn?

5. What mountain is sometimes called the "American Everest"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Prepare an essay to the Iditarod race committee. Write as yourself, but incorporate as much information from the book as you can. Include recommendations for helping to prepare new mushers in the future.

Essay Topic 2

Why do you think the author chooses to begin the book with a foreshadowing incident? Give at least three possible reasons and fully support each.

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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