Question

Write three sentences explaining the historical context and setting of The Call of the Wild. Think about the descriptions of Buck’s journey.

Answer 1

"The Call of the Wild," set during the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 1890s, captures the harsh realities and relentless struggles of life in the Yukon Territory. The story follows Buck, a domesticated dog, as he is thrust into the brutal wilderness, where he must adapt to survive the challenges posed by both nature and other animals in a lawless environment. As Buck's journey unfolds, he encounters both the brutality and beauty of the wild, reflecting the themes of survival, instinct, and the call of ancestry that are central to his transformation.