Call of the Wild Chapter 5

Front

What caused the dogs to be unable to move the sled?

Back

The runners were stuck on ice.

Front

Why were the dogs sold at a cheap price?

Back

They were worn out (tired).

Front

What does the word 'slovenly' mean?

Back

Sloppy; messy; dirty.

Front

How are Hal, Charles, and Mercedes related?

Back

Charles and Mercedes are married, and Hal is Mercedes's brother.

Front

What could have prevented the accident at the end of the chapter?

Back

They listened to Thornton's advice.

Front

What is the main theme of Chapter 5 in 'Call of the Wild'?

Back

Survival and the challenges faced by the characters.

Front

Who is Thornton in 'Call of the Wild'?

Back

A character who provides guidance and support to Buck.

Front

What does Buck represent in the story?

Back

The struggle for survival and the instinctual return to wildness.

Front

What is the significance of the sled in the story?

Back

It symbolizes the burden and challenges faced by the dogs.

Front

What does the term 'worn out' imply about the dogs?

Back

They are exhausted and unable to perform their duties.