The old-timer on Sulphur Creek was right, he thought in the
moment of controlled despair that ensued: after fifty
below, a man should travel with a partner. He beat his
hands, but failed in exciting any sensation.
Based on the evidence in this passage from "To Build a Fire," which statement
is the best example of the theme?
A. The importance of imagination and self-awareness
OB. The man is proud that he was able to survive alone.
C. Humans lack a basic survival instinct that animals have.
D. Some lessons are only learned the hard way.