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What characteristic does NOT contribute to Buck's effectiveness as a leader?
What is the total distance the sled-dog team has traveled by the beginning of winter?
How long did it take for Perrault and Francois to complete the record run to Skaguay?
Who assumes the role of leader for the sled-dog team upon new orders for Perrault and Francois?
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What is the cause of Dave's death in the story?
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Which characteristic of Buck contributes to his capability as a sled-dog leader?
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What significant event happens when Perrault and Francois receive new orders?
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What external condition does NOT contribute to the sled-dogs becoming worn down?
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In what manner does Buck's vision in the flames of the campfire reflect his innate tendencies?
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What does Francois declare as Buck's monetary worth?
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Study Notes
Buck's Leadership
- Buck refuses to be in the sled-dog team harness until he is made leader.
- Buck’s quick judgment, fair punishment, and enforcing teamwork make him a good leader.
Buck's Value
- Francois claims Buck is worth $1,000.
Perrault and Francois' Journey
- Perrault and Francois make a record run to Skaguay in 14 days.
The Scotch Half-Breed
- The Scotch half-breed takes over the sled-dog team when Perrault and Francois receive new orders.
- The Scotch half-breed works on the mail train.
Buck's Vision
- Buck sees a primitive Neanderthal man in the flames of the campfire.
The Sled-Dogs' Decline
- The weight of the mail, lack of rest, and soft trail from new snow wear down the sled-dogs.
The Sled-Dog Journey
- The sled-dog team has traveled 1,800 miles from the beginning of winter.
Dave's Death
- Dave falls ill and is unable to pull the sled.
- The Scotch half-breed shoots Dave.
Chapter IV Call of the Wild Exam
- Buck becomes the leader of the sled-dog team by refusing to allow any other dogs to take the position.
- Buck's leadership characteristics include quick judgment, fair punishment, and making his teammates live up to the law of the traces.
- Francois claims Buck is worth $1000, implying Buck's value has increased since being purchased for $160.
- Perrault and Francois complete the record-breaking run to Skaguay in 14 days.
- The Scotch half-breed takes over the sled-dog team when Perrault and Francois receive new orders.
- The Scotch half-breed works on the mail train, hinting at the challenging nature of mail delivery in the winter.
- Buck sees a vision of a primitive man, possibly a Neanderthal, in the flames of the campfire.
- Poor conditions cause the sled-dogs to wear down, including the weight of the mail, lack of rest, and a soft trail from new snow.
- The team has traveled 1,800 miles from the beginning of winter.
- Dave dies of sickness, not because the Scotch half-breed shoots him.
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Description
This quiz explores key themes and events from 'The Call of the Wild', focusing on Buck's leadership and challenges during the sled-dog journey. Delve into the dynamics between Buck, Francois, and the Scotch half-breed, and examine significant moments that shape Buck's character and experiences in the wild.
