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Read the excerpt from an adaptation of "To Build a Fire.”

When he fell down a second time, the dog curled its tail over its forefeet and sat in front of him, facing him, curiously eager and intent. The warmth and security of the animal angered him, and he cursed it till it flattened down its ears appeasingly. This time the shivering came more quickly upon the man. He was losing in his battle with the frost.

The dog is "eager and intent,” while the man is

resentful of the dog’s natural protection.
frustrated by the dog’s disobedience.
confused by the change in temperature.
satisfied with his own survival skills.

User Felix Almesberger
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Answer:

Resentful of the dog's natural protection

Step-by-step explanation:

The dog isn't disobeying, there isn't any evidence that there is a change in temperature or that he is satisfied with anything.

Hope this helps

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