Joseph is writing a literary analysis.
Topic Sentence: In his short story "To Build a Fire,"
Jack London provides details that help readers
understand the lives of prospectors during the
Yukon Gold Rush.
Supporting Detail: London includes real-life
descriptions of a prospector's clothing and
equipment.
Which best explains the point Joseph wants to
make with his supporting detail?
O At one point in the story, the main character's
German socks and leather moccasins are
described
At one point in the story, the main character
moves quickly to improve his decreased
circulation
O Many real-life prospectors lived in prospector
camps, where they slept and ate together.
O Many real-life prospectors came to the Yukon, but
only a small percentage found gold,