Oakhurst returns the money he wins from playing cards to Tom, and he encourages Tom to give up on playing cards because Tom is bad at it. ... Oakhurst is aware that if the group returns to Poker Flat together with a limited amount of provisions and in bad weather, they would die. ... The greatest gambler, who they judged by his luck at playing cards, passed away with honor and without regret, because he saved the one he cherished the most at the end. ...

• Word Count: 1328
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School