The event you described symbolizes an agreeable handshake between two friends. Buck's action of gently seizing Thornton's hand with his jaws signifies trust and affection, akin to a handshake that expresses a bond between them. This moment encapsulates the mutual respect and connection between Buck and Thornton in their shared experiences in the wilderness.
This is a key event in The Call of the Wild.
As Thornton got to his feet, Buck seized his mittened hand between his jaws, pressing in with his teeth and releasing slowly, half-reluctantly.
What does this event symbolize?
a shared love for nature and the wild between two pals
a degree of competitiveness between two friends
an air of superiority between two acquaintances
an agreeable handshake between two friends
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