299 Questions
How long does Tatum's dad work before having a week off?
Four weeks
What did Tatum's parents gift her on her thirteenth birthday?
A Timex
What did Tatum use to cover her pillow to make it look like a real person?
A blanket
What did the siren indicate to Tatum?
A musher was on the final stretch before town
What is the typical number of dogs with which most mushers finish the Iditarod race?
Eight to twelve dogs
What happens if a musher drops a sick or injured dog from the race?
They can substitute another dog
What place did Mack finish the race in?
Eighteenth place
Where do mushers take care of their dogs after the race?
Nome, Alaska
What is the tolerance for cold weather like among locals in Nome compared to tourists?
Higher
What happens to the sea ice near Nome in winter?
It freezes
What activities do locals engage in on the sea ice near Nome?
Spinning pickups
What backgrounds do the mushers in the Iditarod race come from?
Diverse backgrounds including fishermen, lawyers, doctors, teachers, miners, artists, and natives
Who is concerned about another musher, Beryl, who hasn't arrived yet?
Tatum
What does Tatum's father share stories about?
The risks and challenges of mushing
How many dogs has Mack dropped along the way?
Five to six dogs
How many dogs do most mushers start the race with?
Sixteen dogs
Who was the first woman to win the Iditarod?
Libby Riddles
How many times did Susan Butcher win the Iditarod?
Three times
What is the Red Lantern award given for in the Iditarod?
Last musher to finish
What do mushers receive at the Mushers Awards Banquet?
Cash prizes and trophies
Where do mushers and their dogs go after the Mushers Awards Banquet?
Fly back to Anchorage
What place did Beryl Webb finish in the Iditarod race?
Twenty-third
What is a real danger on the trail for both mushers and dogs?
Dehydration
Who cheered J.M. across the finish line at the Iditarod?
Tatum and her mom
What is the significance of the Red Lantern award in the Iditarod?
Given to the last musher to finish
What did Tatum help Beryl do for the dogs?
Rub ointment on their feet
What did mushers receive at the Mushers Awards Banquet?
Cash prizes, trophies, and keys to new pickups
What is seen being taken care of in relation to Beryl Webb?
Her team of dogs
What does Tatum's mom think about having dogs?
She has a rule against having dogs until settled
Where does Tatum take Bandit when she promises to take care of him?
Polar Café
What is the significance of the Polar Café?
It is frequented by mushers, race officials, and vets
What announcement does Tatum's mom make at the Polar Café?
Their trip to Wager, Santa Ysabel Island
Where is the story set?
Alaska
What does the narrative provide insight into?
The harsh conditions and unique culture of Alaska
What does Tatum's decision to take care of Bandit represent?
A significant commitment and responsibility
What is the main reason Tatum's mom is skeptical about their trip to Wager?
The challenges and expenses of taking care of Bandit
What does the narrative capture the bond between?
Tatum and Bandit
What activities do people engage in on the frozen sea in Alaska?
Golfing
What is the potential challenge and expense Tatum faces when taking care of Bandit?
The potential challenges and expenses of taking care of Bandit
What activity were the boys engaging in with bone mallets and rock balls?
Alaskan croquet
What did Tatum observe two kids doing with a dented surfboard?
Using it as a teeter-totter
What were several houses in the area using as winter storage?
Walrus-skin boats
What did Tatum see inside the store related to the Iditarod?
A faded map of the Iditarod
What does the Yupik language depict with its 99 words for ice?
The significance of ice in their culture
What does Tatum decide to make as a thank-you gesture for Cole's dogs?
Honeyballs
What does Tatum reflect on in relation to Cole's activities?
Ice fishing
What does Tatum's mother document about tourists?
Amusing questions asked by tourists
What does Tatum feel guilty for in the narrative?
Worrying her mother
What is Tatum's resolution regarding her changed responsibilities?
To contribute to the family's new life at the lodge
What does Tatum anticipate at Cole's house?
A different cultural experience involving hunting
What does Tatum find on Santa Ysabel Island?
A journal with detailed weather records
What does Tatum's father keep a diary about?
Life on the North Shore
What is Tatum's gesture of making treats for Cole's dogs a representation of?
Her determination to make amends
What does Tatum's mother express frustration about?
Tatum going out without informing her
What does Tatum contemplate her father's advice to do?
Make things right
What is the main reason Tatum's dad cannot fulfill his dream of racing in the Iditarod?
An ankle injury
What type of diet do the dogs in the Iditarod race have based on?
Temperature
What does Tatum read to Bandit, a story about what?
Sled dogs
What is the Arctic sunset hard to distinguish between?
Frozen land and frozen sea
What does Tatum believe her dad's determination to race in the Iditarod won't change?
Tatum's dad's determination
What do most of Tatum's dad's earnings go into?
A lodge fund
What do the mushers eat to maintain energy during the Iditarod race?
High-fat foods like cheesecake and butter
What does Tatum's dad do for a living in the North Slope?
Works in a modular lodge
What do Tatum and her mom watch an Iditarod video from?
1990
What does Tatum read to Bandit, a story about what?
Sled dogs
What does Tatum and her mom find hard to distinguish during the Arctic sunset?
Frozen land and frozen sea
What is the main source of income for Tatum's family?
Salaries from Skilak Lodge and odd jobs
What does Cole caution Tatum against crossing?
Lines of driftwood
What does Tatum use to cover her pillow to make it look like a real person?
A jacket
What does Tatum's mom mention an invitation to, but Tatum is hesitant to attend?
A show at the community center
What does Tatum recall her dad's words about in their environment?
The importance of being smart and lucky to survive
What does the sound of a siren alert the village to?
Danger
What does Tatum use to cover her pillow to make it look like a real person?
A jacket
What does Tatum's mom mention an invitation to, but Tatum is hesitant to attend?
A show at the community center
What does Tatum recall her dad's words about in their environment?
The importance of being smart and lucky to survive
What does the sound of a siren alert the village to?
Danger
What does Tatum worry about facing consequences for once her mom finds out about her escapade?
Hiding her note
What does Tatum use to cover her pillow to make it look like a real person?
A jacket
What does Tatum's mom mention an invitation to, but Tatum is hesitant to attend?
A show at the community center
What does Tatum learn about the local village?
The high cost of living due to food and supplies being flown in by plane
What is the main topic of conversation between Tatum and Cole?
Dog sledding and racing
What prompts Tatum to consider her next steps in the village?
Finding a walrus skin with Bandit
What does Tatum express interest in doing, but faces doubt from Cole?
Helping with the dogs
What does Cole emphasize as important for winning a scholarship in the local community?
Success in dog sled racing
What does Tatum encounter near the village dump?
A warning about a polar bear sighting
What does Tatum reflect on after her encounter with Cole?
Her desire to prove her abilities
What does Cole doubt about Tatum?
Her experience with dogs
What does Tatum question a local about?
Polar bear sightings in the village
What does Tatum learn about the dangers of the environment from Cole?
The risks of encountering polar bears
What does Tatum encounter that leads her to consider her next steps in the village?
Finding a walrus skin with Bandit
What does Cole discuss as the challenges of racing?
The dangers of the environment
What does Grandfather attribute the decline in landing whales to?
TV and video games
What does Grandfather emphasize about the importance of teaching traditions to children?
It prepares them to face the outside world
What does Grandfather's statement about the Yupik language convey?
The significance of listening to and obeying elders
What does Dixie Dee imply about the younger generation's belief in the old ways?
They don't believe the old ways lead to a happy life
What is the main focus of the Native cultural performance observed by Tatum?
Depicting stories of life on the island
What traditional item is Tatum served by Cole's grandfather?
Eskimo ice cream
What does Tatum reflect on in relation to the old sled she examines?
The historical significance and its association with her family
What is the main topic of conversation between Tatum and her mother?
Challenges of living in Alaska and missing their home at Skilak Lodge
What does Tatum observe about the audience during the cultural performance?
They participate in the performance, joining in the storytelling dances
What is the conclusion of the Native cultural performance?
A lively celebration of music and laughter
What is the focus of Tatum's morning routine?
Interacting with her dog and preparing for a flight to Nome
What does Tatum and Cole discuss their experiences about?
Tatum's time on Mendenhall Glacier
What does Tatum contemplate her father's advice to do?
Consider her next steps in the village
What does Tatum and her dog, Bandit, share a moment of connection over?
In the shed
What is the significance of elders using whale parts for drums in the Native cultural performance?
The community utilizes all parts of animals they hunt
What does Tatum's mother express frustration about?
The challenges of living in Alaska and missing their home at Skilak Lodge
What does Tatum use to create an obstacle course for Bandit?
Oil drums, logs, and tackle boxes
What does Tatum recall while sledding, leading to a shift in her speed and rhythm?
The history of the Iditarod and the brave mushers
What does Grandfather discuss with Tatum regarding their changing way of life?
The impact of modern life on their culture and the challenges they face
What does Tatum learn about the impact on the younger generation in her village?
The hardships faced by the younger generation
What does Grandfather reflect on in relation to their struggle to preserve their culture?
The changes in their village and their struggle to preserve their culture
What does Tatum listen to Grandfather's concerns about?
The loss of their cultural roots and the challenges faced by their village
What does Tatum struggle to remember while trying sled dog racing with Bandit as her lead dog?
Commands
What does Tatum imagine the brave mushers and their teams carrying in a relay during a snowstorm?
Serum
What does Tatum encounter her Grandfather working on?
An old-style boat
What does Tatum learn about the hardships faced by her village?
The impact on the younger generation
What does Tatum's Grandfather discuss as the impact of modern life on their culture?
The challenges they face
What does Tatum experience a shift in while sledding?
Speed and rhythm
What is emphasized as important in dog sled races by Cole?
Endurance over speed
What do Tatum and Cole encounter on their journey?
Caribou
What is the focus of the narrative?
The dynamics of dog sled racing
What do Tatum and Cole swap on their dog teams?
The positions of their dogs
What does the text capture during Tatum and Cole's dog sled journey?
The beauty and challenges of the Alaskan landscape
What does Cole share regarding hunting large animals in the wilderness?
The law of the wilderness
What does Tatum reflect on during the dog sled adventure?
The challenges faced by dog teams in the Gold Rush
What does Tatum notice about Bandit and Denali?
Their similar size
What does the narrative provide insight into?
The natural environment of the Alaskan wilderness
What is the main focus of the text?
The natural environment of the Alaskan wilderness
What do Tatum and Cole discuss about the dogs' adaptation?
Their adaptation to the harsh environment
What does Cole emphasize the importance of in dog sled races?
Endurance over speed
What does Tatum pack for the race?
Extra socks, a headlamp, and trail mix
What does Tatum carry in her backpack and sled for the race?
Essentials
What does Tatum's mother advise her to do before heading out for the race?
Put booties on Bandit
What does Tatum carry in her pocket for Bandit during the race?
Carrots
What does Cole bring when he visits Tatum?
Pickled gull eggs
Where does Tatum's father work for the winter?
Prudhoe Bay
What does Tatum choose to write her essay about?
Sled-dog racing and how well mushers treat their dogs
What does Tatum's mother initially refuse to let her do?
Participate in the race
What does Tatum's mother eventually agree to let Tatum do?
Ask her father about participating in the race
What does Tatum's mother express concern about before the race?
The safety of Tatum and Bandit
What does the text highlight about Tatum's passion?
Her passion for sled-dog racing
What does the text emphasize about the setting of the story?
The setting in Alaska
What did Beryl once make from a plastic garbage bag in an emergency?
Rain poncho
What did Cole use to repair his torn basket?
Dental floss and a needle
What does Cole plan to teach the village kids in the summer?
Survival skills
What did Tatum's mother throw a party for when Cole shot his first seal?
The whole village
What prompts a frantic effort to save the dogs?
The dogs slipping into freezing water
What does Cole emphasize the need for the dogs to have?
Solid food
What historical reference does Cole share, causing tension between him and Tatum?
Sacrificing sick dogs for the survival of the stronger ones
What does Tatum and Cole focus on ensuring for the dogs?
Their well-being
What does Tatum struggle to remember while trying sled dog racing with Bandit as her lead dog?
The commands for the dogs
What causes tension among the dogs, requiring discipline from Cole?
Wolf displaying aggression
What does the team navigate through in a life-threatening situation?
Dangerous, shifting ice floes
What does Tatum reflect on after the team survives the ordeal?
The harsh environment continuing to pose threats
What does Cole bring when he visits Tatum?
A traditional item
What does Tatum and Cole struggle to find a safe path through?
Wide breaks in the ice and unstable bridges
What does Tatum's thoughts reveal about her emotions during the journey?
Fear and desperation
What does Tatum use to cover her pillow to make it look like a real person?
Her jacket
What wildlife do Tatum and Cole encounter on their journey?
Eagles, caribou, and moose
What causes concern for Tatum during the journey?
Unusual behavior exhibited by one of the dogs
What challenges does the team face during their journey?
Dwindling food supplies and treacherous conditions of the frozen creek
What dangerous situation do Tatum and Cole encounter?
Sledding onto a river covered with thin ice
What does Tatum struggle with during the life-threatening situation?
Fear and anxious thoughts
What is the outcome for the dogs and sled after the perilous ice and water incident?
Unharmed
What does the text depict about the team?
Resilience and determination in the face of unexpected danger
What does Tatum recall about her past activities with her dad?
Fishing and picking berries
What does Bandit, one of the dogs, exhibit during the journey?
Unusual behavior
What leaves Tatum shaken after the ice and water incident?
The experience
What is the setting of the story?
A snowy landscape
What is emphasized about the team's encounter with the perilous ice and water?
The team's narrow escape
What causes concern for the well-being of the dogs in the story?
Feeding them whale blubber
What task does Tatum primarily focus on while stranded in the cabin?
Building a fire and tending to the dogs
What narrowly misses the dogs during their journey?
Tunnel collapse
What takes a toll on both Tatum and the dogs?
Challenging conditions and exhaustion
What slows down Cole's sled during the journey?
The added weight of a reluctant dog
What does Tatum hope for as she listens for signs of civilization?
Rescue
What does the story primarily highlight?
Difficulties and resilience of surviving in the wilderness
What does Tatum worry about in addition to their limited food supplies?
Their chances of making it back in time for their flight
What becomes increasingly difficult during the journey?
Maintaining footing for the dogs
What does Tatum listen for as she hopes for rescue?
Signs of civilization
What does Cole attempt to do with an ax?
Clear a way through the snow
What does Tatum primarily struggle with while stranded in the cabin?
Hunger and limited food options
What do Tatum and Cole use to construct a makeshift shelter in the Alaskan wilderness?
Their sleds and a deerskin hide
What does Tatum reflect on in relation to hunting during her time in the Alaskan wilderness?
Her discomfort with the idea of hunting seals
What does Cole share with Tatum regarding the need for hunting in the wilderness?
A cultural belief about the stars
What does Tatum witness in the Alaskan wilderness that leads her to contemplate its significance in local legends?
The northern lights
What realization do Tatum and Cole come to when they wake up hungry and cold in the wilderness?
They need to find food for themselves and the dogs urgently
What is central to the narrative of Tatum and Cole's experience in the Alaskan wilderness?
The harsh conditions and struggle for survival
What does Tatum show towards the dogs in the Alaskan wilderness?
Compassion, kissing one goodnight
What does Cole reassure Tatum about in the Alaskan wilderness?
Their safety and her grandfather informing her mother
What does Tatum experience from the harsh environment in the Alaskan wilderness?
Vivid dreams and physical discomfort
What does Cole share regarding the significance of hunting in the Alaskan wilderness?
A cultural belief about the stars
What does Tatum witness and contemplate the significance of in the Alaskan wilderness?
The northern lights
What do Tatum and Cole struggle to stay warm in, in the Alaskan wilderness?
The harsh conditions
What does Tatum contemplate after learning she has to go for help?
How to survive on her own in the wilderness
What does Cole emphasize about the surface for sled travel in the snow?
A glassy surface works best in this kind of snow
What does Tatum realize about the time it would take for Cole to come back for her on a snowmobile?
It would take another two hours, depending on the weather and snow conditions
What does Cole reveal about the distance to Anvil?
It's probably thirty miles, maybe forty
What natural phenomenon does Tatum encounter during her journey?
Frost heaves
What advice does Tatum recall from her grandfather?
Trust the spirits within her and her dogs
What does the text portray about Tatum in the face of adversity?
Resilience and determination
What does Tatum consider for her puppies?
Considering strong names for them
What does Tatum encounter that she has to assert her dominance against?
Fierce wolf
What does Tatum show towards her dogs in the narrative?
Deep bond and concern for their well-being
What does Tatum rely on while navigating the challenging landscape?
Her instincts and her dogs' abilities
What does Tatum think of when considering her father's advice?
Taking risks
What does Tatum reflect on in relation to Cole's activities?
His resilience and determination
What does Tatum worry about facing consequences for once her mom finds out about?
Taking risks
What does Tatum contemplate the significance of in the Alaskan wilderness?
The northern lights
What does Tatum take care of when she promises to take care of Bandit?
Bandit, her dog
What does Tatum rely on to navigate the landscape in the wilderness?
Her instincts and her dogs
What does Tatum struggle with while attempting to build a shelter for her dogs?
Harsh weather conditions
What does Tatum battle with while being mindful of not overeating in the wilderness?
Strong taste of wild meat
What does Tatum seek from her dogs during a restless night in the sled?
Warmth
What is evident in Tatum's actions and thoughts throughout the journey in the wilderness?
Resilience and determination
What does Cole give Tatum for protection before she sets off on her journey?
Carved whale's tooth
What is Tatum's routine primarily focused on during her time in the wilderness?
Caring for her dogs
What does the text capture about Tatum's experience in the wilderness?
Harsh reality and solitude
What does Tatum's resilience and determination shine through as she faces in the wilderness?
Adversity and obstacles
What does Tatum struggle with in the harsh conditions of the wilderness?
Biting cold and treacherous terrain
What is central to Tatum's journey in the wilderness?
Survival and self-reliance
What does Tatum focus on staying throughout her journey in the wilderness?
In the present
What did Tatum use to climb a steep ice slope in the Arctic wilderness?
Ax
What inspired Tatum to keep going in the Arctic wilderness?
Famous explorers
What did Tatum leave behind when she reached the top of the hummock?
Her ax
What did Tatum realize after regaining consciousness in the harsh environment?
Her vulnerability
What did the narrative primarily capture?
Tatum's struggle for survival
What was Tatum's main concern regarding her dogs in the Arctic wilderness?
Dangers posed by wolves
What did Tatum battle while climbing the steep ice slope in the Arctic wilderness?
Cold, wind, and dehydration
What did Tatum decide to do with the ax after reaching the top of the hummock?
Leave it behind
What did Tatum use to create steps while climbing the steep ice slope?
Ax
What was Tatum's reaction upon reaching the top of the hummock?
Awe of the landscape
What did Tatum face after reaching the top of the hummock?
A slippery ice slope
What did the story highlight about Tatum?
Her resilience and survival instincts
What is one of the key traits demonstrated by Tatum in the Alaskan wilderness?
Courage and resourcefulness in facing a wolf near her sled
What does Tatum struggle with while facing harsh weather conditions in the Alaskan wilderness?
Feeding and caring for her dogs
What does Tatum rely on for survival in the Alaskan wilderness?
Her dog team and her own survival skills
What does Tatum use to keep moving in the challenging conditions of the Alaskan wilderness?
Her determination and a headlamp
What does Tatum demonstrate in her resilience and determination to survive in the Alaskan wilderness?
Strong will and perseverance
What does Tatum reflect on as she pushes through the challenging conditions in the Alaskan wilderness?
Her thoughts about the harshness of the environment
What is Tatum's primary struggle while stranded in the cabin in the Alaskan wilderness?
Limited food supplies
What does Tatum primarily rely on to understand the wolf's intentions near her sled?
Her observation and intuition
What is a significant factor in Tatum's reliance on her dogs for survival in the Alaskan wilderness?
The dogs' role as companions and helpers
What does Tatum use to cover her pillow to make it look like a real person in the Alaskan wilderness?
Clothing and blankets
What does Tatum rely on for navigation during her journey in the Alaskan wilderness?
Her knowledge of the terrain
What does Tatum contemplate the significance of during her reflections in the Alaskan wilderness?
The importance of weather knowledge
What is the direction of the team's journey as indicated by the text?
From east to west
What does Tatum wonder about the team's route at the beginning of the text?
If they were on the same route as days before
What does Tatum do when the wind kicks up during the journey?
Pulls up her face mask and tightens her hood
What does Wolf do upon catching a scent during the journey?
Drops his ancient nose, catches a scent, and lifts his tail
What does the village doctor arrange for Tatum?
A message to be sent to Fireweed Lodge
Who tends to Tatum's injuries and assures her about a plane journey?
The village doctor
What does Tatum express concern for upon arriving in Anvil?
Cole's condition
Who organizes a plan to retrieve the remaining dogs and Cole?
George
What does Tatum reflect on while Bandit shows concern for the puppies?
Her injuries
What does Tatum worry about as she prepares for a long night?
Cole's well-being and her own injuries
What does Tatum reflect on in relation to her physical state?
Her split lip and gash on her shin
Who tends to Tatum's injuries, including a split lip and a gash on her shin?
The village doctor
What does Tatum worry about upon reaching Anvil?
Cole's condition
What does the doctor assure Tatum about?
A plane journey to see her mother
What does Umi take Tatum to the village doctor for?
To tend to her injuries
What does Tatum worry about as she prepares for a long night?
Cole's well-being and her own injuries
What is the distance of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race?
1,049 miles
What is the Red Lantern Award given for in the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race?
To the last musher to finish the race
What is the Jr. Iditarod Sled Dog Race designed for?
Mushers aged fourteen to seventeen
Where are the Siberian Yupik indigenous people located?
St. Lawrence Island and the Chukchi Peninsula in Russia
What is the significance of the serum run of 1925?
It involved twenty mushers and their husky teams transporting diphtheria serum 674 miles in a relay
What is the size of St. Lawrence Island?
Over seventy miles long and nearly twenty-five miles wide in some areas
What is the alternative name used for St. Lawrence Island in the book 'Ice Island'?
Santa Ysabel Island
What is the name of the village of Gambell in the book 'Ice Island'?
Wager
What does the glossary in the text include?
Terms related to sled dog racing and the Alaskan environment
What is the Last Great Race on Earth?
Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race
What is the purpose of the land bridge that once connected St. Lawrence Island to North America?
Connecting North America to Asia over ten thousand years ago
What is the name of the village resembling how it is portrayed in the book 'Ice Island'?
Gambell
What is the main theme of Tatum's Arctic survival journey?
Resilience, resourcefulness, and the bond between musher and sled dogs
What leads Tatum and her dogs to the sight of civilization?
Presence of oil drums, tires, and a snowmobile
What does the billowing black smoke near the village symbolize?
Civilization and safety
What does Tatum's survival in the Arctic wilderness serve as a testament to?
Her mental and physical strength
What role do the sled dogs play in Tatum's journey?
Guiding Tatum and showcasing the strong bond between musher and sled dogs
What marks the end of Tatum's arduous journey in the Arctic wilderness?
The hopeful sight of the village
What is Tatum's demeanor as she waits out the storm in the sled?
Resilient and resourceful
What prompts Tatum to trust her lead dog, Wolf, to guide them out of the predicament?
The subsiding of the severe storm
What fuels Tatum and her dogs' pace as they head towards the village?
The prospect of reaching the village
What does the narrative emphasize about Tatum's journey in the Arctic wilderness?
Her determination and overcoming of numerous obstacles
What does the text convey about the bond between Tatum and her sled dogs?
It showcases a strong bond and reliance
What does Tatum's journey in the Arctic wilderness symbolize?
Hope and perseverance
What inspired the author to write Ice Island?
Visiting St. Lawrence Island after the Iditarod Sled Dog Race
What is the location of St. Lawrence Island?
In the Bering Sea, about 230 miles southwest of Nome
Who are the inhabitants of St. Lawrence Island?
Siberian Yupik people
What did the Siberian Yupik people legally carve and sell from St. Lawrence Island?
Fossilized ivory
When did the author visit St. Lawrence Island?
Mid-March
What act of the author's visit provided the backdrop and inspiration for writing Ice Island?
Interacting with the locals and experiencing the environment
How did the author travel around St. Lawrence Island?
By ATV
What did the author witness children playing with on St. Lawrence Island?
Large chunks of ice
How did the author describe the beauty that inspired the novel Ice Island?
The rustic buildings and the beauty of the frozen Bering Sea
What did the author observe men doing on St. Lawrence Island?
Repairing a walrus-skin boat
How did the Siberian Yupik people obtain title to most of St. Lawrence Island?
Through the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act in 1971
What is the unique combination for which St. Lawrence Island is known?
Natural beauty, cultural traditions, and remote location
Study Notes
Iditarod Finish Line Reunion
- Libby Riddles was the first woman to win the Iditarod in 1985
- Susan Butcher won the title three years in a row and again in 1990
- Tatum and her mom cheered J.M. across the finish line at the Iditarod
- The Iditarod attracted large crowds, media, and snowmobiles
- Mushers received cash prizes, trophies, and keys to new pickups at the Mushers Awards Banquet
- The Red Lantern award goes to the last musher to finish
- Mushers and their dogs fly back to Anchorage after the banquet
- Beryl Webb's team of dogs is seen being taken care of
- Beryl Webb's dogs are praised for their performance
- Tatum helps Beryl rub ointment on the dogs' feet
- Beryl Webb finished the race in twenty-third place out of sixty-seven
- Dehydration is a real danger on the trail for both mushers and dogs
Young girl takes over retired sled dog
- Beryl, a musher, is leaving for a wilderness survival course in Wyoming, leaving her dogs with a friend.
- Beryl's dog, Bandit, is retiring from racing after leading the team into the top twenty multiple times.
- Tatum offers to take care of Bandit, despite the potential challenges and expenses.
- Tatum's mom has a "no dogs until settled" rule and their current apartment does not allow pets.
- Tatum promises to take care of Bandit and takes her to the Polar Café where her mom works.
- The café is frequented by mushers, race officials, and vets, and serves high-calorie meals due to the extreme conditions.
- Tatum's mom announces their trip to Wager, Santa Ysabel Island, which is met with skepticism from the patrons.
- The story is set in Alaska, where people entertain themselves with activities like golfing on the frozen sea.
- Tatum's decision to take care of Bandit represents a significant commitment and responsibility.
- The text reveals the unique challenges and lifestyle of mushers and their dogs in Alaska.
- The narrative captures the bond between Tatum and Bandit, as well as the challenges they face due to Tatum's living situation and her mother's rules.
- The setting and context provide insight into the harsh conditions and unique culture of Alaska, including the extreme cold and the challenges faced by mushers and their dogs.
Encounter in the Arctic Village
- Tatum encounters a local who warns her about a polar bear sighting near the village dump
- The high cost of living in the village due to food and supplies being flown in by plane is mentioned
- Tatum learns about the risks of encountering polar bears and the high prices of basic goods in the village
- She questions a local about polar bear sightings in the village and gets a dismissive response
- Tatum encounters a young musher named Cole, who is preparing for a two-hundred-mile dog sled race in Kotzebue
- Cole explains the challenges of racing and the importance of winning a scholarship in the local community
- Tatum and Cole share stories about their experiences and knowledge of dog sledding and racing
- Cole talks about the skills needed to be a musher and the dangers of the environment
- The conversation touches on the realities of life in the village, including hunting and the local economy
- Tatum expresses interest in helping with the dogs, but Cole doubts her experience and takes off
- Tatum reflects on her encounter with Cole and her desire to prove her abilities
- Bandit, Tatum's dog, leads her to a walrus skin, prompting her to consider her next steps in the village
Dog Sled Adventure
- Tatum and her mother prepare for a dog sled adventure, with Tatum expressing her love and her mother's concern for their safety.
- Tatum meets Cole, who is preparing to race in Kotzebue with his uncle's dogs, and they discuss the dogs and their racing experience.
- Tatum reflects on the history of dog teams during the Klondike Gold Rush and the harsh conditions they faced.
- Cole and Tatum set off on their sleds with their respective dog teams, each with their own lead dog and unique personalities.
- Cole emphasizes the importance of endurance over speed in dog sled races and the need for pacing.
- Tatum and Cole encounter caribou on their journey and discuss the animals' adaptation to the harsh environment.
- Cole shares the law of the wilderness regarding hunting large animals and the importance of sharing the meat with the village.
- Cole and Tatum swap the positions of their dogs on the teams, with Bandit taking on a new role in Cole's team.
- Tatum notices the size difference between Bandit and Denali, a dog on Cole's team, and makes a comparison.
- The text describes the challenges and experiences faced by Tatum and Cole during their dog sled adventure in the Alaskan wilderness.
- The narrative provides insight into the relationship between the characters, the dynamics of dog sled racing, and the natural environment of the Alaskan wilderness.
- The text captures the sense of adventure, the bond between humans and animals, and the beauty and challenges of the Alaskan landscape during a dog sled journey.
Teenage girl Tatum lives in Alaska with her dog, Bandit, and her mother. Tatum's father works in Prudhoe Bay for the winter. Tatum's mother gives her a choice of three essays to write, and she chooses to write about sled-dog racing and how well mushers treat their dogs. Cole, a local boy, visits Tatum and brings pickled gull eggs. He is training for a race in Kotzebue and invites Tatum to run with his team for a short distance. Tatum's mother initially refuses to let her participate in the race, but eventually gives in and agrees to let Tatum ask her father. Tatum prepares for the race, packing essentials like extra socks, a headlamp, and trail mix for high-energy snacks. On the morning of the race, Tatum wakes up early, dresses quickly, and feeds Bandit before heading out. Tatum's mother advises her to put booties on Bandit before going out, indicating her concern for their safety. Tatum and Bandit prepare to race with Cole's team, with Tatum carrying essentials in her backpack and sled and Bandit's carrots in her pocket. The text highlights the strong bond between Tatum and her mother, as well as Tatum's passion for sled-dog racing and her determination to participate in the race. The setting of the story in Alaska and the cultural significance of sled-dog racing are also important aspects of the text. The text introduces the character of Cole, who plays a significant role in inviting Tatum to participate in the race and influencing her decision to join the race. The text also hints at the financial challenges and lifestyle of the characters, such as Tatum's father working in Prudhoe Bay and Cole's family working in a fish-canning plant.
Stranded in a Snowstorm: Survival in the Wilderness
- Tatum and Cole find themselves stuck in a cabin overnight due to a snowstorm.
- They wake up to find themselves low on food supplies and unable to return to their original destination.
- Tatum struggles with hunger and the limited food options, while also worrying about their chances of making it back in time for their flight.
- Cole attempts to clear a way through the snow with an ax, while Tatum builds a fire and tends to the dogs.
- The dogs are fed whale blubber, but one of them vomits, causing concern for their well-being.
- Cole continues to clear a path through the snow, but a tunnel collapses, narrowly missing the dogs.
- They eventually decide to pack up and leave, with Tatum and Cole taking turns breaking trail for the dogs.
- The journey becomes increasingly difficult as the dogs struggle to maintain their footing and Tatum fights to control her sled.
- Tatum hopes for rescue as she listens for signs of civilization, but the weather worsens with dense fog and strong winds.
- The challenging conditions and exhaustion take a toll on both Tatum and the dogs, creating a sense of desperation.
- Tatum and Cole push through the harsh weather, with Cole's sled slowing down due to the added weight of a reluctant dog.
- The story highlights the difficulties and resilience of surviving in the wilderness, facing nature's unpredictability and the harsh reality of limited resources.
Survival in the Alaskan wilderness
- Tatum and Cole are stranded in the Alaskan wilderness during winter
- Cole insists on moving the dogs despite their exhaustion
- Tatum and Cole construct a makeshift shelter using their sleds and a deerskin hide
- Tatum shows compassion towards the dogs, kissing one good night
- Tatum and Cole struggle to stay warm in the harsh conditions
- Cole reassures Tatum that they are safe and that her grandfather will inform her mother
- Cole shares a cultural belief about the stars and discusses the need to hunt for meat for the dogs
- Tatum reflects on her experiences with fishing and her discomfort with the idea of hunting seals
- Tatum experiences vivid dreams and physical discomfort from the harsh environment
- Tatum witnesses the northern lights and contemplates their significance in local legends
- Tatum and Cole wake up hungry and cold, realizing the urgency of finding food for themselves and the dogs
- The harsh conditions and the struggle for survival in the Alaskan wilderness are central to the narrative
Alaskan Wilderness Survival
- Tatum encounters a wolf near her sled while protecting her dogs and their puppies
- Tatum's courage and resourcefulness in facing the wolf
- Tatum's ability to understand the wolf's intentions and offer food
- Tatum's struggle to feed and care for her dogs while facing harsh weather conditions
- Tatum's dog team's resilience and her reliance on them for survival
- Tatum's physical and mental exhaustion during the journey
- Tatum's thoughts about the harshness of the environment and the importance of weather knowledge
- Tatum's use of her headlamp and her determination to keep moving
- Tatum's reflections and daydreams as she pushes through the challenging conditions
- Tatum's resilience and determination to survive in the Alaskan wilderness
- Tatum's reliance on her dogs and her own survival skills
- Tatum's internal dialogue and thoughts as she faces the challenges of the journey
Inspiration for Ice Island and the Setting
- The author was inspired to write Ice Island after visiting St. Lawrence Island, Alaska, following the Iditarod Sled Dog Race.
- St. Lawrence Island is located in the Bering Sea, about 230 miles southwest of Nome and less than 40 miles from Russia.
- The island has two villages: Gambell and Savoonga, inhabited by the Siberian Yupik people who legally carve and sell fossilized ivory found there.
- The author stayed in a simple rooming house similar to Fireweed Lodge and interacted with the locals, seeing men repairing a walrus-skin boat and children playing with large chunks of ice.
- The author fell in love with the rustic buildings and the beauty of the frozen Bering Sea while promoting a photo-illustrated book about the Jr. Iditarod.
- The author witnessed locals in pickup trucks spinning doughnuts on the ice in the historic gold-mining town of Nome.
- The author's visit to St. Lawrence Island took place in mid-March and was characterized by freezing cold weather.
- The author's experiences in Nome and St. Lawrence Island provided the backdrop and inspiration for writing Ice Island.
- The island is inhabited by the Siberian Yupik people, who received title to most of the island through the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act in 1971.
- The author was picked up at Gambell Airport by a woman driving an ATV and explored the island's unique cultural and natural features.
- The island is known for its unique combination of natural beauty, cultural traditions, and remote location, which served as the setting for the author's novel, Ice Island.
- The author's observations and interactions with the people and environment of St. Lawrence Island provided the rich cultural and geographical context for the novel.
Test your knowledge on thrilling adventures in the Alaskan wilderness through a series of narrative quizzes involving sled dog racing, survival challenges, and encounters with nature. Explore themes of courage, resilience, and the unique lifestyle of mushers and their dogs in the harsh Alaskan environment.
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