Burge COTW Final Test

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What is the main theme of 'The Call of the Wild'?

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The main theme is survival and the struggle for dominance in the wild.

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Define 'foreshadowing' in literature.

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What does 'personification' mean?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is the significance of Buck's transformation throughout the story?

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Buck's transformation represents the journey from domestication to embracing his primal instincts.

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Who is Buck's original owner?

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Judge Miller.

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What does Buck's joining a pack of wolves symbolize?

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It symbolizes Buck's return to his natural instincts and the wild.

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Explain the term 'imagery' in literature.

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Imagery refers to descriptive language that creates visual representations in the reader's mind.

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What role does the setting play in 'The Call of the Wild'?

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The setting, the Yukon wilderness, plays a crucial role in shaping the characters and their experiences.

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Define 'symbolism' in literature.

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Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

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What is the role of conflict in 'The Call of the Wild'?

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Conflict drives the plot and highlights Buck's struggle between civilization and the wild.