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- 1. Multiple Choice
The dogs were sold at a cheap price because they ...
were not needed anymore
were worn out
had rabies
were old in age
- 2. Multiple Choice
The accident at the end of chapter 5 could have definitely been prevented if...
They carried a larger pole
They put less weight on the sled
They listened to John Thorton's advice
They had more dogs
- 3. Multiple Choice
Hal, Charles, and Mercedes are related because...
Charles and Mercedes are married, and Hal is Mercedes's brother.
Hal and Mercedes are married, and Hal and Charles are brothers.
Hal and Mercedes are engaged, and Hal is Charles's father
They're all cousins.
- 4. Multiple Choice
It is unwise to have fourteen dogs with one sled because...
They'll fight a lot
Their food will take up too much room on the sled
Their harnesses would constantly intertwine
Fourteen dogs is too expensive
- 5. Multiple Choice
The sled became 120 pounds heavier during the trip because...
They brought canned food instead of bagged food.
They lost a lot of dogs and Mercedes jumped on the back.
They packed extra tents and dishes.
They bought a heavier sled.
- 6. Multiple Choice
Which of the following does NOT describe Mercedes?
complaining
selfish
lazy
brutal
- 7. Multiple Choice
So many dogs died in this chapter because...
They caught a virus
A wolf attack
It was too cold to travel
There wasn't enough food
- 8. Multiple Choice
John Thorton defended himself against Hal's knife by ...
Pulling out a gun
Hitting Hal's knuckles with an axe handle
Stepping out of the way
Telling him to calm down
- 9. Multiple Choice
What happened to the sled team and owners after they left John Thorton's camp?
They moved slowly, but made it to Dawson.
They turned around and came back to take Thorton's advice.
The ice cracked beneath them and they disappeared into the water.
The dogs were starving so they ate the humans.
- 10. Multiple Choice
Which dogs became friends with Buck while he was recovering?
Skeet and Nig
Judge Miller's dogs
Dogs from Dawson
None, he was alone
- 11. Multiple Choice
Thorton was limping slightly when he rescued Buck because...
He had frostbite
Buck but him in the foot
Hal pushed a pole into his toe
His shoes were damaged
- 12. Multiple Choice
Which of the following was Buck expressing when he pressed his teeth down on Thornton's hand?
frustration
warning
affection
hunger
- 13. Multiple Choice
How did John Thorton test Buck's devotion to him?
He told Buck to sit and stay .
He told Buck to jump off a cliff, which he almost did until Thorton stopped him.
He sent Buck to spy on another camp nearby.
He asked Buck to save him in a fight with Black Burton.
- 14. Multiple ChoiceHow does Buck save John Thornton's life?Buck kills a man who is about the shoot ThorntonBuck fends off attacking Yeehat IndiansBuck pulls his master back when Thornton is about to fall off a cliffWhen Thornton gets caught in the rapids, Buck swims to him and pulls him to safety
- 15. Multiple Choice
Thorton was an "ideal master" because he...
knew when to use the club
treated Buck with respect
owned many other dogs
was old and wise
- 16. Multiple Choice
Buck could never steal from John Thorton because he...
loved him
was afraid of the club
was never hungry
wasn't sneaky enough
- 17. Multiple Choice
Why did Buck tear open "Black Burton's" throat?
Burton farted near Buck.
Burton had assaulted Thornton.
Burton growled at Buck.
Burton was already dead.
- 18. Multiple Choice
In a bet, Thorton claimed Buck could...
Travel 30 miles without a break.
Carry 300 pounds of sugar on his back.
Break out a sled carrying 1000 pounds of flour.
Beat his dogs in a battle.
- 19. Multiple Choice
The Skookum Bench King offered to...
teach Buck a lesson for $500.00
buy Buck for $1,200
refund John Thorton's supplies for $300.00
loan John Thorton a sled
- 20. Multiple Choice
What does the text suggest about Buck's relationship with John Thornton?
Buck was indifferent towards John Thornton.
Buck had a deep, respectful love for John Thornton.
Buck feared John Thornton.
Buck disliked John Thornton due to his softness.
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