Up Against the Wild

How does the author build tension in this part of the story?

• He vividly shows the dangers awaiting Buck if he does not adapt quickly.

• He uses short, choppy sentences to add a suspenseful mood.

• He withholds information about Sol-leks to make him more mysterious.

• He plays with the timeline of the story in his foreshadowing and flashbacks.

Answer explanation

Analyze Plot

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

What is the main theme of 'Up Against the Wild'?

• Survival in nature

• Urban life challenges

• Friendship and loyalty

• Technological advancement

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Up Against the Wild'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Irony

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

What is the primary conflict in 'Up Against the Wild'?

• Man vs. Nature

• Man vs. Man

• Man vs. Society

• Man vs. Self

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which character trait is most essential for survival in 'Up Against the Wild'?

• Bravery

• Intelligence

• Compassion

• Cunning

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

How does the author describe the wilderness in 'Up Against the Wild'?

• As a beautiful paradise

• As a harsh and unforgiving environment

• As a mysterious and magical place

• As a dull and monotonous setting

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

What is the tone of 'Up Against the Wild'?

• Optimistic

• Pessimistic

• Neutral

• Humorous

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which sentence best summarizes the plot of 'Up Against the Wild'?

• A group of friends embarks on a journey to find a hidden treasure.

• A lone traveler struggles to survive in the wilderness.

• A family moves to a new city and faces cultural challenges.

• A scientist discovers a new species in the jungle.

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

What role does nature play in 'Up Against the Wild'?

• An antagonist

• A protagonist

• A setting

• A symbol

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which of the following best describes the protagonist's journey in 'Up Against the Wild'?

• A quest for knowledge

• A battle for survival

• A search for identity

• A journey of revenge

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2