Question

Which details from the text support the writing idea "Jack London portrays the Yukon as a harsh, unforgiving setting"? Check all that apply. London sets the scene by describing it as "exceedingly cold and gray." London reveals, through the dog's instincts, that the temperature is seventy-five below zero. London explains that there is no sign of the sun, even though it is nine o'clock. London shows that the man cares deeply for his dog because he speaks to it as he builds a fire. London describes the man giving up because he thinks that he is certain to die.

Answer 1

The details from the text that support the idea that London portrays Yukon as a harsh, unforgiving setting are:

A. London sets the scene by describing it as "exceedingly cold and gray."

B. London reveals, through the dog's instincts, that the temperature is seventy-five below zero.

C. London explains that there is no sign of the sun, even though it is nine o'clock.

Step-by-step explanation:

Yukon, a mountainous territory in Canada, is used as the setting for the tragic short story "To Build a Fire" by American author Jack London. London portrays Yukon as an inhospitable environment - at least for those who have no respect and reverence for Nature's power. The details that help us understand how harsh the Yukon territory is are:

1. It is "exceedingly cold and gray" - We know human beings need heat to be able to survive. We also tend to associate the color green with life, while gray seems barren.

2. The temperature is seventy-five below zero. - Again, such an extreme temperature does not reassure us of the possibility of survival.

3. Even though it is nine o'clock, there is no sign of the sun. - Without the heat the sun provides, we can only imagine how insufferably cold Yukon is, as well as scary.