The Call of the Wild Book Quiz

Character Analysis: Describe the personality traits of Buck, the main character in the book.

• Loyal, resilient, adaptable, intelligent

• Stubborn, unreliable, incompetent, ignorant

• Lazy, weak, inflexible, unintelligent

• Unfaithful, fragile, rigid, foolish

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Character Analysis: How does the character of John Thornton impact the development of the story?

• John Thornton's character is irrelevant to the development of the story

• John Thornton's character has no impact on the story

• John Thornton's character impacts the development of the story by providing stability, guidance, and moral influence for the protagonist, Buck.

• John Thornton's character causes chaos and confusion in the story

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Character Analysis: Discuss the transformation of Buck's character throughout the book.

• Buck undergoes a transformation from a domesticated dog to a wild, primal creature.

• Buck becomes a cat

• Buck turns into a bird

• Buck remains a domesticated dog throughout the book

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Character Analysis: What role does Spitz play in the story and how does he contribute to the overall plot?

• Spitz is a supportive and helpful character who resolves conflicts.

• Spitz is the protagonist who drives the story forward.

• Spitz is the antagonist who creates conflict and drives the story forward.

• Spitz is a minor character with no significant impact on the plot.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Plot Summary: Summarize the main events that lead to Buck's journey from a domesticated dog to a wild wolf.

• Buck is kidnapped and sold into the brutal life of an Alaskan sled dog, experiences the harsh realities of the wilderness, and eventually embraces his primal instincts to become a leader of a wolf pack.

• Buck joins a circus and performs tricks for the audience

• Buck is adopted by a loving family and enjoys a peaceful life in the countryside

• Buck becomes a house pet and lives a comfortable life with his owner

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Plot Summary: Explain the significance of the Klondike Gold Rush in the plot of the book.

• It has no significance to the plot

• The Klondike Gold Rush is just a minor detail in the story

• The main character becomes a gold miner

• It serves as the backdrop for the main character's journey and transformation.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Plot Summary: Describe the climax of the story and its impact on the resolution.

• The climax of the story is when Buck decides to stay with John Thornton and live a domesticated life. This has a significant impact on the resolution as it shows Buck's rejection of his wild instincts.

• The climax of the story is when Buck is captured by the antagonist and forced to work as a sled dog. This has a significant impact on the resolution as it leads to Buck's ultimate demise.

• The climax of the story is when Buck is reunited with his original owner and returns to his former life as a pet. This has a significant impact on the resolution as it shows Buck's inability to adapt to the wild.

• The climax of the story is when Buck finally embraces his wild nature and becomes the leader of the wolf pack. This has a significant impact on the resolution as it marks Buck's complete transformation and acceptance of his true identity.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Theme Identification: Identify and explain the theme of survival in the book.

• The theme of luxury and comfort in the book

• The struggle for existence in the harsh and unforgiving wilderness

• The theme of technology and innovation in the book

• The theme of love and romance in the book

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Theme Identification: Discuss the theme of loyalty and its importance in the story.

• The theme of loyalty is not important in the story

• The theme of loyalty and its importance in the story is the bond between the characters and their commitment to each other.

• The theme of loyalty is overshadowed by other themes in the story

• The characters in the story are disloyal to each other

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Why did Buck and Spitz fight to the death happen?

Answer explanation

Buck and Spitz fought to the death due to their rivalry and desire for dominance in the pack.