Find evidence in the text of how Buck may be described as egotistical (self-centered)?

Among the terriers he stalked imperiously, and Toots and Ysabel he utterly ignored, for he was king,—king over all creeping, crawling, flying things of Judge Miller's place, humans included.

Jack London, the author, has been accused of being a "nature faker," essentially giving qualities to animals which they do not possess. Find two examples of this in chapter one.

“There he lay for the remainder of the weary night, nursing his wrath and wounded pride. He could not understand what it all meant. What did they want with him, these strange men? Why were they keeping him pent

How is “primitive law” introduced to Buck?

He is beaten by the man in the red sweater.

What is the meaning of the epigraph on page three?

Animals which have become accustomed to humans through domestication will return to a more wild state like their ancestors if given or forced into the opportunity to be free.

What purpose does an epigraph serve in the novel?

It reveals or hints at a common theme.

What was the name of Buck’s father and mother? What breeds were they?

Elmo-St. Bernard Shep-Scottish Shepard

Spitz is described as “treacherous”. Which evidence from the passage shows us that he is deceitful?

...smiling into one’s face the while he mediated some underhand trick…

Which evidence best supports this?

“That was fair of Francois, Buck decided, and the half-breed began his rise in Buck’s estimation. “

How does the interaction between François and the dogs help develop a theme in the text?

Francois’ reaction to Spitz’s behavior shows that Buck’s new world is unbiasedly (takes no sides)strict to everyone.

How does the final paragraph of the chapter reveal a new aspect of Buck’s character?

The final paragraph reveals Buck’s ignorance in his new surroundings.

Define: idiom and give and example of one

A common phrase or expression that has figurative meaning that is different from the literal meaning of the words in the phrase. Break a leg!

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call of the wild 1

Question	Answer
What was Manuel’s vice?	He gambled.
Find evidence in the text of how Buck may be described as egotistical (self-centered)?	Among the terriers he stalked imperiously, and Toots and Ysabel he utterly ignored, for he was king,—king over all creeping, crawling, flying things of Judge Miller's place, humans included.
Jack London, the author, has been accused of being a "nature faker," essentially giving qualities to animals which they do not possess. Find two examples of this in chapter one.	“There he lay for the remainder of the weary night, nursing his wrath and wounded pride. He could not understand what it all meant. What did they want with him, these strange men? Why were they keeping him pent
How is “primitive law” introduced to Buck?	He is beaten by the man in the red sweater.
What is the meaning of the epigraph on page three?	Animals which have become accustomed to humans through domestication will return to a more wild state like their ancestors if given or forced into the opportunity to be free.
What purpose does an epigraph serve in the novel?	It reveals or hints at a common theme.
What is the meaning of ferine?	Wild
What was the name of Buck’s father and mother? What breeds were they?	Elmo-St. Bernard Shep-Scottish Shepard
The transporter is afraid of hydrophoby (rabies) because he was…	Bit by Buck
Who are Perrault and Francois?	Buck’s new owners
Spitz is described as “treacherous”. Which evidence from the passage shows us that he is deceitful?	...smiling into one’s face the while he mediated some underhand trick…
What does the incident with Spitz and Buck reveal about Francois?	He is stern but reasonable.
Which evidence best supports this?	“That was fair of Francois, Buck decided, and the half-breed began his rise in Buck’s estimation. “
How does the interaction between François and the dogs help develop a theme in the text?	Francois’ reaction to Spitz’s behavior shows that Buck’s new world is unbiasedly (takes no sides)strict to everyone.
How does the final paragraph of the chapter reveal a new aspect of Buck’s character?	The final paragraph reveals Buck’s ignorance in his new surroundings.
Define: idiom and give and example of one	A common phrase or expression that has figurative meaning that is different from the literal meaning of the words in the phrase. Break a leg!

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