Which sentence from part 1 of The Call of the Wild best supports the theme “It is important to pick your battles”?

Thirty or forty huskies ran to the spot and surrounded the combatants in an intent and silent circle.
Though his dignity was sorely hurt by thus being made a draught animal, he was too wise to rebel.
Francois was stern, demanding instant obedience, and by virtue of his whip receiving instant obedience. . . .
Dave, who was an experienced wheeler, nipped Buck's hind quarters whenever he was in error.

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The sentence that best supports the theme “It is important to pick your battles” is:

"Though his dignity was sorely hurt by thus being made a draught animal, he was too wise to rebel."

This sentence highlights Buck's understanding that it may be more strategic to adapt and endure his circumstances rather than to fight against them, reflecting the idea of choosing when to stand up for oneself and when to conserve energy for more significant challenges.