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"To Build a Fire"

by Jack London

Choose from the following for your post on " To Build a Fire" :

1. Jack London is described as a writer who uses realistic detail to establish his settings. In a paragraph of 50-75 words, explain how this story is a good example of realism. Use specific examples from the story to support the answer.

 2. In a paragraph of 50-75 words, explain how this story is a good example of man vs. nature conflict. Use the selection to support the statements.

 “To Build a Fire” and “The Most Dangerous Game”

3. In a composition of 150-200 words, contrast the settings of these two stories. Use specific details from each story as support.

4. Contrast the main character, Rainsford, in “The Most Dangerous Game” and the man who is the main character in “To Build a Fire.” Focus on how each handles his conflict with nature.