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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What prevents Billy's parents from buying him the puppies he wants?
(a) They are not available in the area they live in.
(b) They do not want to have pets.
(c) They do not believe he will take care of them.
(d) They cannot afford them.

2. Which of the following is NOT a way that the unnamed man in Chapter 1 helps the dog?
(a) He rescues him from the pack of dogs who are attacking him.
(b) He bathes and feeds him.
(c) He takes him to a vet.
(d) He allows him to rest.

3. What does the dog's presence in Chapter 1 awaken in the unnamed man?
(a) Childhood memories of his two dogs.
(b) A long forgotten fondness for animals.
(c) Childhood memories of his cats.
(d) Feelings of loneliness.

4. How does Billy first react when he sees the puppies?
(a) He scoops them up and kisses them.
(b) He is frightened by their size.
(c) He is stunned that they are actually his now.
(d) He cries with joy.

5. Which of the following words best characterizes Billy's reaction to the Tahlequah townspeople's comments about his appearance?
(a) Confused.
(b) Angry.
(c) Frightened.
(d) Oblivious.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of dog is being attacked by the other dogs in Chapter 1?

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

3. How does Billy's overwhelming desire for hound puppies affect him physically?

4. How does Billy characterize the female puppy in Chapter 5?

5. How much money does Billy need to earn to purchase two hound puppies?

(see the answer key)

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