Question

The following question refers to “To Build a Fire” by Jack London.

What fatal mistake does the man make after his feet get wet?

A.
He waits too long before building a fire.
B.
He puts green moss on the fire.
C.
He builds his fire under a spruce tree.
D.
He leaves his wet footgear on.

Answer 1

I have not read the book, however as a survivalist i know leaving wet footgear on is absolutely fatal

Answer 2

Answer:

The big mistake that the man makes is that He builds his fire under a spruce tree.

Explanation:

In “To Build a Fire” by Jack London. the character of the man, directs himself to a fatal ending because he didn't listen to the warnings of his surroundings, then near to his inevitable death he tries to save himself by building a fire but he does it under a spruce and all the snow that was above it falls down on his fire extinguishing it and making him frozen to dead.