COTW Book Test Quizs

Why do Hal, Charles, and Mercedes have trouble with their sled?

• They refuse to listen to the advice of experienced travelers
• The sled is too light to move properly
• The weather is too warm for sledding
• They are attacked by wild animals

How did Buck’s physical condition change in the North?

• He became weaker
• He grew stronger and more resilient
• He stayed the same
• He became sick

How do the other dogs respond to Buck’s leadership?

• They resist and try to fight him
• They perform better under his command
• They become lazier
• They refuse to move

What type of dogs were the men looking for in the Northland?

• Small dogs.
• Heavy dogs with strong muscles.
• House dogs.
• Guard dogs.

How does François react to Buck's victory over Spitz?

• He is angry and punishes Buck
• He is indifferent
• He is pleased and supports Buck as the new lead dog
• He decides to make Dave the permanent leader

What quality makes Buck a superior leader?

• His brute strength
• His intelligence and ability to inspire the team
• His fear of punishment
• His favoritism from François

What mistake do Hal and Charles make when feeding the dogs?

• They don’t feed them at all
• They overfeed them at first, then run out of food
• They only feed Buck and ignore the rest
• They give the dogs spoiled meat

How does Mercedes contribute to the group's struggles?

• She insists on bringing too many possessions
• She refuses to help with the sled
• She trains the dogs too harshly
• She navigates the trail poorly

What happens to François and Perrault after Buck takes over as lead dog?

• They continue their journey with Buck
• They are attacked by wolves
• They desert Buck in the wild
• They are reassigned and leave Buck’s team behind

What did the man in the red sweater use to control Buck?

• A whip.
• A club.
• A rope.
• A cage.