Imagine that the author had decided to escape by climbing a tree rather than standing and facing the wolves. Which description provides the MOST convincing evidence for why this might have been a poor choice? A B D Now the gray wolf is a powerful, savage beast, and directing his strong jaws, tireless muscles, keen scent, and all-seeing eyes are exceedingly nimble wits. Their expression was one of mingled surprise and anger, together with the apparent determination to sell their lives as dearly as possible. I still have a vivid picture of terribly gleaming teeth, bristling backs, and bulging muscles in savage readiness. Both sides were of the same mind, ready to fight, but not at all eager to do so
