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The narrator's craving for liver most directly suggests a physiological need for which of the following?

  • Specific vitamins and minerals not sufficiently present in the winter diet. (correct)
  • A higher protein diet to compensate for increased physical exertion.
  • Increased fat intake to generate body heat during the cold months.
  • Natural sugars to combat seasonal affective disorder.

Why did the narrator decide that they would last until the 'greens came to the land'?

  • They had a strong belief that the weather would improve by that time.
  • They assumed that their hunting skill was sufficient only until winter ended.
  • They had a predetermined plan to leave the wilderness at the end of winter.
  • They knew that green plants contained essential nutrients they were lacking. (correct)

The narrator's observation of the squirrel stripping bark off a sapling led them to:

  • Dismiss the behavior as random and unrelated to any dietary need.
  • Question whether animals seek out specific foods to address nutritional deficiencies. (correct)
  • Immediately try eating a large quantity of tree bark to improve their health.
  • Change their diet to primarily include only foods consumed by wild animals.

How did the narrator store their birch bark journal, and what challenge did it face?

<p>Under a rock ledge; it was used as nesting material by mice. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The narrator's reflection on their mother's work in a children's hospital during the war mainly serves to:

<p>Provide context for the narrator's basic understanding of balanced nutrition. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the narrator's attitude towards nature after their experience with vitamin deficiency?

<p>Increased attentiveness, recognizing potential sources of sustenance and health. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering the narrator's actions, what can be inferred about their understanding of scientific principles?

<p>They exhibit a rudimentary understanding, drawing connections between diet and well-being through observation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The phrase 'Hunger is a funny thing. It has a kind of intelligence all its own' suggests that:

<p>The feeling of hunger can instinctively guide one towards necessary nutrients. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the author's shift in writing focus, from self to animals, suggest about their emotional state?

<p>An increasing sense of security and immersion in their surroundings. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The author jokes that they should 'breed a race with hooves'. What does this statement reveal about their perspective?

<p>A humorous appreciation for the deer's adaptation to the snowy environment. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred from the deer suddenly disappearing?

<p>The deer were able to forage again as spring approached and the snow melted. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The author's emotional response to the deer's departure can best be described as:

<p>Melancholy, evidenced by their tearing up at the sight of the valley. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the great horned owls booming out across the land?

<p>It represents the continuation of life and the coming of spring. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The author describes the owls' eggs as 'Eggs in the snow'. What does this imagery emphasize?

<p>The contrast between the cold environment and the warmth of new life. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What motivates the author to limit their time observing the owl's nest?

<p>A desire to avoid disturbing the female owl and her nesting process. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The phrase 'muffled wings of the owl' appeals to which sense and what does it evoke?

<p>Sound, evoking a sense of stealth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the author mention being 'hungry for green vegetables' at the end of the passage?

<p>To symbolize a deeper yearning for the arrival of spring and new life. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the author were to continue documenting their experiences, what is the most likely focus of their next entry?

<p>The emergence of spring vegetation and its impact on the local ecosystem. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Craving

A strong desire or need for something, especially food.

Vitamins

A class of essential organic compounds that humans need in small quantities.

Vitamin C

Vitamin found in citrus fruits and green vegetables, important for immune function and skin health.

Off Balance Diet

To lack balance or proportion in one's diet.

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Stripped (bark)

To remove the outer layer or covering.

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Vitamin D

Vitamin produced in the skin upon exposure to sunlight, important for bone health.

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Cached

To store or hide something, often underground.

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Weatherproof

Able to withstand exposure to weather without damage.

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Deer Feeding Patterns

Deer gather in valleys at dawn and dusk to feed, creating stamped-out yards in the snow.

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Deer Communication

Deer use signals (smell, appearance) to communicate food availability to each other.

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Deer Disappearance

The disappearance of deer indicates that the snow has melted enough for them to forage naturally.

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Owl Nesting Season

Great horned owls nesting is an early sign of spring.

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Owl Eggs in Snow

Finding owl eggs warm in a snow-rimmed nest signifies the start of new life despite the harsh winter conditions.

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Signs of Spring

The return of owls and the disappearance of deer signal the beginning of spring.

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Experiencing Nature Directly

Experiencing nature directly intensifies the excitement of seasonal changes.

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Craving Green Vegetables

The author craves green vegetables, symbolizing a longing for the fresh growth of spring.

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The hoot of the owl

The hooting of owls in the content signifies beginning of spring.

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First signs of spring

The snow is hard packed, but spring is beginning in the hollow in the maple.

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Study Notes

  • The narrator's health improved upon eating Frightful's rabbit livers, specifically craving and consuming them regularly for a week.
  • This craving for liver stopped the tiredness, bone aches, and nosebleeds, which the narrator attributes to a nutritional deficiency.
  • The narrator later learned the necessity of Vitamin C, found in citrus fruits, green vegetables, sorrel, and dock.
  • The narrator notes that during the war, their mother, working in a children's hospital, understood balanced meals, making the narrator aware of their own unbalanced winter diet.
  • The narrator observed a squirrel stripping bark from a sapling and wondered if it was seeking vitamins.
  • The narrator tried the bark, but still preferred liver.
  • Noticing birds sitting in the sun, the narrator wondered if they, like themselves, were trying to get vitamin D.
  • The narrator's birch bark journal grew, eventually being stored under a rock ledge.
  • Mice nested in this journal, but the weatherproof birch bark held up despite getting wet.
  • The narrator started writing more about animals, signifying a feeling of safety.

February 6

  • Deer pressed in around the narrator, hungry and seeking shelter in the hemlock grove.

Deer and the Narrator

  • The narrator worried about the deer and began cutting tender limbs from trees for them.
  • Initially two deer came, then five, with an increasing number coming to rely on the narrator.
  • The deer communicated to each other about the available food source.
  • After a while, the deer disappeared when the snow melted and they could forage again.
  • The narrator felt emotional about the arrival of spring.

February 10

  • The narrator heard great horned owls hooting.
  • The narrator believed they had eggs.

February 12

  • The narrator found two warm great horned owl eggs in a snow-rimmed cavity of a broken maple tree.
  • Not wanting to disturb the nest, the narrator left quickly, seeing the female owl return.
  • The narrator contemplated the owl and the new life of spring.
  • With the deer gone and the owl's presence known, spring began to bring new life to the land.
  • The narrator craved green vegetables and looked forward to eating pokeweeds, dandelions, and spring beauties.

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The narrator's health improved dramatically by eating Frightful's rabbit livers, resolving tiredness and other symptoms. This led to the realization of a nutritional deficiency, later understood as a need for Vitamin C and D. Observations of animals seeking nutrients in nature prompted further reflections on diet and health.

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