In this excerpt, the author to persuade readers to believe in something.

Buck did not cry out. he did not check himself, but drove in upon spitz, shoulder to shoulder, so hard that he missed the throat. they rolled over and over in the powdery snow. spitz gained his feet almost as though he had not been overthrown, slashing buck down the shoulder and leaping clear. twice his teeth clipped together, like the steel jaws of a trap, as he backed away for better footing, with lean and lifting lips that writhed and snarled. read this passage. explain what the conflict shows about buck and spitz.

Which of these events inspired many of stephen crane’s writings, including the story “an episode of war”?

Discuss ways in which these authors differ in style. refer to specific details from each story to support your points.