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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Billy observe the boys at the playground in Tahlequah doing that he wants to try for himself?

2. Where does Billy camp with the puppies in Chapter 5?

3. What happens to Billy when he tries to join in with the activity the children at the playground in Tahlequah are participating in?

4. What item does Billy need to train the dogs as trackers?

5. What does Billy decide to name the puppies?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe what happens after Billy sets up the raccoon traps along the river in Chapter 7.

2. Based on information in Chapter 1, why does the unnamed old man take such an interest in the redbone hound?

3. What surprises and touches Billy's grandfather in the later part of Chapter 3?

4. Describe the process Billy's grandfather teaches him for trapping raccoons.

5. Describe the actions Billy takes to earn enough money to purchase two hound puppies.

6. Describe the events between the tree falling down and Billy's return home.

7. What are Billy's first impressions of Tahlequah?

8. How does Billy's grandfather help him at the beginning of Chapter 9?

9. Describe "The Big Tree".

10. Why is Billy confused by the Tahlequah townspeople's reactions to his actions and appearance?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Ozark Mountains are an important setting in the novel. Discuss the significance of this setting focusing on its impact on plot and character development. Be sure to cite several examples from the novel to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 2

Billy's parents and grandfather have a strong influence on him. Discuss at least three ways that Billy's family influences his development. Be sure to cite several examples from the novel to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 3

Grandpa's store is an important setting in the novel. Discuss the significance of this setting focusing on its impact on plot and character development. Be sure to cite several examples from the novel to support your ideas.

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