Read the excerpt from an adaptation of "To Build a Fire." The dog is "eager and intent," while the man is
When he fell down a second time, the dog curled its tail
over its forefeet and sat in front of him, facing him,
curiously eager and intent. The warmth and security of
the animal angered him, and he cursed it till it flattened
down its ears appeasingly. This time the shivering came
more quickly upon the man. He was losing in his battle
with the frost.
resentful of the dog's natural protection.
frustrated by the dog's disobedience.
O confused by the change in temperature.
satisfied with his own survival