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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why can neither Jakob nor Maya love Ellie as Ethan had?
(a) They are both sad.
(b) They are totally focused on work.
(c) They are not as nice.
(d) They are adults.

2. Someone congratulates the owner, called Colonel , on what?
(a) Taking such good care of his dogs.
(b) Having a litter that will bring top dollar.
(c) Having an easy time delivering the puppies.
(d) Purchasing a puppy.

3. Wally says that Ellie is the best dog he's ever seen. Then Maya says that she's too _________.
(a) Old.
(b) Stupid.
(c) Sick.
(d) Heavy.

4. Why is Victor notified he will be fined $50?
(a) Because the puppy has not received his shots.
(b) Because he is training the puppy to fight other dogs.
(c) Because he parked in a no-parking zone.
(d) Because of the conditions he keeps the puppy in.

5. Ellie is __________________ when she notices that she gives off odors, and male dogs mill round the apartment.
(a) Sad.
(b) Angry.
(c) Embarrassed.
(d) Worried.

Short Answer Questions

1. The puppy's new home reminds her of what place?

2. The old man peers at him and asks him what?

3. How frequently does Ellie start going to work with Jakob?

4. What does Wally teach Maya?

5. After dinner Maya takes Ellie for a walk on a leash. Maya trots with Ellie at her side until ___________.

Short Essay Questions

1. How has the main character changed and stayed the same?

2. What are the parallels between Ethan and Jakob?

3. How have the dog and Ethan traded roles at the end of this book?

4. How does the main character feel about cats? Why?

5. Describe Bear's owners. How do they compare to owners in previous lives?

6. What does Ellie's last rescue reveal about her training?

7. How does the dog save Ethan again in this section?

8. What repetition has taken place in each story so far? Why?

9. How does Ellie's life compare to Bailey's?

10. Why does Ethan change his mind and choose to adopt the dog?

(see the answer keys)

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