In "The Cremation of Sam McGee," why does the speaker feel he must cremate Sam McGee?
A. Cremation will keep the wolves from attacking Sam's body.
B. The ground is frozen solid, so he cannot bury Sam.
C. The speaker himself wants to be cremated, so he thinks Sam does, too.
D. Sam made the speaker promise to do so before he died.
Answer (2)
d. Sam made the speaker promise to do so before he died.
In "The Cremation of Sam McGee," the speaker feels he must cremate Sam McGee because he made a promise to Sam before he died. This reflects themes of friendship and loyalty amid the harsh conditions of the Yukon. The ground being frozen adds a practical reason for choosing cremation over burial.
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