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How is the purpose of fighting different for both Sandel and Tom King?
While Sandel fought for fame and career, Tom needed to win to earn money to cover bills
What was Tom King's problem that he mentioned before going to the fight?
He had not had a fair training for this fight + a drought year in Australia
What is the significance of Stowsher Bill in the story?
Stowsher Bill to Tom King as Tom King was to Sandel
What was the reason, according to Tom King in the middle of the bout, of him being weak?
He should not have walked those two miles to the fight.
What best explains why Sandel's second watches Tom King in the following? "His seconds slipped on his gloves and laced them tight, closely watched by one of Sandel's seconds, who first examined critically the tapes on King's knuckles."
He's trying to make sure that Tom doesn't cheat
Which poetic device is used in the following? "The two men advanced to meet each other, and, as the gong sounded, the seconds clattered out of the ring with the folding stools."
Onomatopoeia
Why a policeman almost stopped the fight between Sandel and Tom?
because Tom was beating Sandel so badly
What best explains why Stowsher Bill was crying in the dressing room?
He had no immediate way to provide for his family
How is this proverb connected with the story?
What was Tom's strategy during the fight?
his policy was one of economy and expend as little energy as possible. Whatever happens, he must maintain his strength at all costs.
How many rounds were there described in the story?
11
