Understanding Wolf Behavior and Human Interaction

In Montana's wolf country, Rich encounters a wolf and attempts to scare it off. The wolf escapes over a ridge, and Rich reflects on the encounter, realizing the wolf is too fast to pursue on foot. As the sun sets, Rich returns home, knowing the wolf may return. He prepares for future encounters, understanding the need to teach the wolf its boundaries as winter approaches, pushing man and predator into conflict.

What action does Rich take when he first sees the wolf?

• He tries to feed it.

• He ignores it.

• He calls for help.

• He attempts to scare it away.

What causes the wolf to retreat?

• A gunshot.

• The presence of other animals.

• Rich shouting at it.

• A loud noise from a car.

Why does Rich decide to head back home?

• The sun is setting.

• He has lost interest in the wolf.

• He is tired from the chase.

• He needs to get more supplies.

What does Rich believe about the wolf's future actions?

• The wolf will never return.

• The wolf will learn to avoid humans.

• The wolf will come back.

• The wolf will find a new territory.

What is Rich's plan if the wolf returns?

• To ignore it.

• To relocate it.

• To teach it boundaries.

• To capture it.