Questions and Answers
Why was Thornton able to pay off his debts?
Because Buck had earned sixteen hundred dollars in exactly 5 minutes for John Thornton, enough to pay off his debts.
They took months searching for what place?
The gold that was said to be near the lost cabin.
What did they finally manage to locate?
They stumbled upon a stream of gold.
What is the 'Hairy Man' that Buck sees during his long hours musing by the fire?
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What noise causes Buck to spring from his sleep with a start?
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What horrific scene does Buck stumble upon in the forest?
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Who does Buck recognize when he encounters the pack of wolves in 'his' valley?
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Study Notes
Thornton and Financial Resolution
- Buck earned $1,600 for John Thornton in just 5 minutes, enabling him to settle his debts.
Quest for Gold
- Thornton and his team spent months searching for gold rumored to be near a lost cabin.
Discovery of Gold
- They eventually discovered a stream rich with gold.
Buck's Vision
- During introspective moments by the fire, Buck perceives the "Hairy Man," a figure resembling a monkey.
Awakening to Howls
- The sound of wolf howling abruptly wakes Buck from his sleep.
Encounter with Violence
- Buck witnesses a brutal scene in the forest, where dogs and men appear to have been killed by Indians.
Recognition of Connection
- In a significant moment, Buck identifies his "wolf brother" upon meeting a pack of wolves in his valley.
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Description
Explore the key themes and events from 'The Call of the Wild' by Jack London. This quiz covers significant moments such as Thornton's financial success, the quest for gold, and Buck's transformation. Test your understanding of the characters and their journeys.
