Call of the Wild Chapters 3-4 Flashcards

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How did Francois help Buck's pads of his feet?

Francois made Buck moccasins until Buck's feet hardened so they would be protected by the snow.

What caused Spitz and Buck to finally fight?

After Spitz killed the rabbit that Buck was after.

How could the starving huskies be a difficult match to beat for the sled dogs?

The starving huskies were a difficult match because there were 80-100 dogs and hunger drove them.

What's the relationship like between Francois and Buck?

Buck doesn't love Francois, only obeys him, but Francois knows how hard it is for Buck since he isn't a snow dog. Signup and view all the answers

Explain how, so far, Buck has met the challenge of the 'Law of Club and Fang'.

Buck has become leader, fought the three strongest and won, proving to be the strongest. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Dave?

Dave was shot by the Scottish half-breed to put him out of his misery. Signup and view all the answers

Describe what happens to the team when Buck was challenging Spitz's authority.

The entire team isn't afraid of Spitz; Dub and Joe fought Spitz, and Billee was no longer good-natured. Signup and view all the answers

Who was chosen to replace Spitz? Why?

Sol-leks was chosen because Francois thought he was the best lead-dog with the most experience. Signup and view all the answers

Describe Buck's reaction to not being chosen as the leader. Why does Buck feel that the leadership position is rightfully his?

Buck seemed annoyed and confused; he thinks he should be lead-dog because he proved his leadership. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the importance of Buck's dream by the fire.

Buck's dream represents the primitive human and shows the change and adaptation of behavior. Signup and view all the answers

What specific hardships did the dogs endure?

The dogs went through battles, injuries, and exhaustion, such as Dub hurting his leg and Dolly getting rabies. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Dolly?

Dolly got rabies and was killed by Francois with an axe to protect the other dogs. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the fight?

Buck broke both of Spitz's forelegs and won, enjoying his victory. Signup and view all the answers

Explain how the quote 'He was preeminently cunning and could bide his time with a patience that was nothing less than primitive' foreshadows the events between Buck and Spitz.

Buck waits until he is ready to challenge Spitz, demonstrating patience. Signup and view all the answers

Give four specific examples of how Buck proves to be a superior leader: quick thinking and quick acting, enforcing and administering the law, regains the ______ and unity, and breaks records.

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Provide 2-3 examples of dialect from this chapter.

<ul> <li>'Eh? eh?' François cried, slapping his thighs gleefully. - 'Now, by Gar, I fix you!' he cried, coming back with a heavy club in his hand.</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Buck's Journey and Challenges

Francois protected Buck's feet with moccasins until they hardened against the snow.
A fight between Buck and Spitz was triggered when Spitz killed a rabbit Buck was pursuing.
Starving huskies posed a serious threat, outnumbering the sled dogs and driven by hunger.
The relationship between Francois and Buck is based on obedience; Francois understands Buck's struggles but treats him with care.

Leadership and Competition

Buck has embraced "The Law of Club and Fang", proving his strength and leadership by defeating the strongest dogs.
Dave was euthanized by a Scottish half-breed to prevent further suffering and protect the team.
Buck's challenge to Spitz led to more rebellion among the team, demonstrating their lack of fear towards Spitz.
Sol-leks was selected as Spitz’s replacement due to his experience and reliability in leadership.

Buck's Aspirations and Dreams

Buck felt confused and frustrated when not chosen as leader, believing his dominance made him the rightful lead-dog.
His dream by the fire symbolizes his connection to primitive instincts and parallel evolution with humans.

Hardships and Consequences

The team suffered severe injuries from battles, exhaustion, and harsh conditions; notable injuries included Dolly's rabies and Joe's lost eye.
Dolly was shot by Francois after becoming rabid, prioritizing the safety of the remaining dogs.
Buck's fight with Spitz ended with him breaking Spitz’s forelegs, securing his position as leader without joining the celebratory circle.

Buck's Strategic Nature

The phrase about Buck being "cunning" foreshadows his strategic patience in preparing to confront Spitz as he awaited the right moment to assert his dominance.
Buck displayed superior leadership through:
- Quick thinking and decisive actions.
- Regaining solidarity among the team.
- Breaking speed records while effectively managing the sled dog team.

Vocabulary and Dialect

Examples of dialect include:
- François expressing delight in Buck's victory.
- Francois’s anger as he brandished a heavy club.
- Perrault’s command to throw down the club, showcasing the intensity of their environment.

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Test your knowledge of Chapters 3 and 4 from 'The Call of the Wild' with these flashcards. Explore key events, character actions, and vital details that shape Buck's journey. Ideal for students looking to reinforce their understanding of the text.