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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is significant about what Billy finds at the campsite?
(a) It contains valuable hunting tips.
(b) It contains an article about hound puppies.
(c) It is outdated.
(d) It contains an ad for hound puppies.

2. How old is Billy when he finally has enough money to buy the puppies?
(a) 12.
(b) 15.
(c) 11.
(d) 13.

3. What does Billy trap in his new hunting traps in Chapter 2?
(a) Several raccoons.
(b) Samie, the pet cat.
(c) Himself.
(d) A deer.

4. Why does the unnamed man in Chapter 1 leave his gate open?
(a) To allow the dog to roam freely.
(b) In case the dog returns.
(c) To allow other dogs to take refuge in his yard.
(d) To welcome visitors.

5. Which of the following is NOT something Billy's grandfather agrees to do to help the boy purchase the puppies?
(a) Keep Billy's plan to purchase the puppies a secret.
(b) Lend Billy the money to purchase the puppies.
(c) Place the order for the dogs.
(d) Contact the kennel to make sure they are still in business.

Short Answer Questions

1. What secret does Billy's grandfather keep for him?

2. What does the unnamed man in Chapter 1 remove from his mantle while sitting by the fire?

3. Why does Billy become disillusioned with his new hunting traps?

4. What does Billy find at the abandoned campsite?

5. What compromise is Billy willing to make because of his parents' financial difficulties?

(see the answer key)

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