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Questions and Answers
Which state did the events in the story take place in?
Which state did the events in the story take place in?
- New York
- Texas
- Alaska (correct)
- California
What was Buck's occupation before he was kidnapped?
What was Buck's occupation before he was kidnapped?
- Hunting dog
- Pet dog (correct)
- Sled dog
- Guard dog
Why were men in Alaska in need of big dogs?
Why were men in Alaska in need of big dogs?
- To guard their homes
- To pull sleds (correct)
- To hunt for food
- To find gold
What did the man do to Buck after taking him from his home?
What did the man do to Buck after taking him from his home?
Who is the original author of 'The Call of the Wild'?
Who is the original author of 'The Call of the Wild'?
What was Buck's life like before he was kidnapped?
What was Buck's life like before he was kidnapped?
Where did the gold rush take place?
Where did the gold rush take place?
Who adapted 'The Call of the Wild'?
Who adapted 'The Call of the Wild'?
Where was the story printed and distributed?
Where was the story printed and distributed?
What is the copyright year of the adaptation?
What is the copyright year of the adaptation?
Study Notes
Setting and Context
- The story takes place in California and Alaska during the Klondike Gold Rush.
Buck's Background
- Buck was a St. Bernard-Scotch Shepherd mix and served as a family pet.
- Buck's life before being kidnapped was comfortable and easy, living on a ranch in California.
Kidnapping and New Life
- Buck was kidnapped by a gardener's assistant who wanted to sell him to work as a sled dog.
- After being taken from his home, Buck was beaten and Clubbed into submission.
Historical Context
- The gold rush took place in Alaska during the late 1800s.
- Men in Alaska needed big dogs like Buck to help them navigate the harsh terrain and transport goods during the gold rush.
Authorship and Publication
- Jack London is the original author of 'The Call of the Wild'.
- The story was adapted by another author.
- The adapted version of the story was printed and distributed in 1903.
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Description
Test your knowledge of "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London with this engaging quiz. Covering key themes, characters, and plot points, this quiz will challenge your understanding of the classic novel. Put your literary skills to the test and see if you can conquer the wild!
