"To Build a Fire"

What is this story about?

• a guide to building a fire

• the struggle for survival

• the beauty of the natural world

• an enjoyable camping trip

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Which of the following statements about the main character is true?

• He is imaginative and resourceful.

• He feels great affection for his dog.

• He is an experienced arctic traveler

• He is a newcomer to the Yukon.

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In London's story, nature is portrayed as

• indifferent to humanity

• warm and kind

• helpful but ignored

• misunderstood and misused.

What is the advice that the Old-Timer gives the Man?

• keep your feet dry
• build a fire every couple of miles
• travel light to make good time
• travel with a companion

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The man makes all the following mistakes except

• deciding to travel alone

• forgetting to bring matches with him

• not listening to people who know more about the north

• not understanding the danger he faces

What effect did the man's frozen hand have on his survival?

• He was unable to cook bacon and heat up his lunch by the fire.

• He was unable to light matches and properly tend to the fire.

• He was unable to comfort his dog by petting it

• He was unable to use his hands to warm his feet.

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Toward the end of the story the man has an internal conflict between his

• body and his will

• short term goals and long term goals

• convenience and his needs

• animal nature and his spiritual nature

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When the bough full of snow falls, the man

• realizes that he is likely to die

• starts the fire easily

• huddles with the dog to warm his hands and feet

• immediately panics and runs toward camp

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What happens to the dog?

• It dies due to the freezing cold.

• The man kills it and eats it.

• The man kills it and uses the fur for warmth.

• It watches the man die and then runs off to find shelter.

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Who is the antagonist in the story?

• Nature

• The dog

• Ole Jeb

• The man

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