Question

How does Buck show his affection for John Thornton in the book call of the wild by jack London?

1) He would often seize Thornton's hand in his mouth and lay at his feet watching him
2) He would kneel down and roll over on his back and wait to be petted
3) He would bark loudly when Thornton left and then bark loudly when he returned
4) He would bring Thornton his slippers and his newspaper to read

Answer 1

Buck shows his love for John Thornton by twice saving his life and by obeying him when he tells him to jump over a cliff. Thornton, in turn, loves Buck and does not abuse him like the other men had. There is a genuine respect and love between them, and Buck senses this.

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