Copy Of Where The Red Fern Grows Chapters 8-14

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  • 1. 

    According to the book, why must Billy hunt at night?

    • A. 

      Coons only come out at night.

    • B. 

      The beagles can't see well in the daylight.

    • C. 

      The weather is too hot during the day.

    • D. 

      His parents want him to study during the day.

    Correct Answer
    A. Coons only come out at night.
    Explanation
    According to the book, Billy must hunt at night because coons only come out at night.

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  • 2. 

    In what type of tree did Billy tree his first coon? 

    • A. 

      An Australian pine tree

    • B. 

      The big sycamore

    • C. 

      The top of the fence rail

    • D. 

      At the bottom of the river bank

    Correct Answer
    B. The big sycamore
    Explanation
    Billy tree his first coon in the big sycamore.

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  • 3. 

    What suggestion did Grandpa have to keep the coon in the tree during the night?

    • A. 

      Build a pen around the tree

    • B. 

      Keep the dogs out all night

    • C. 

      Build a fire

    • D. 

      Build a scarecrow

    Correct Answer
    D. Build a scarecrow
    Explanation
    Grandpa suggested building a scarecrow to keep the coon in the tree during the night. This could be an effective method as scarecrows are often used to frighten away birds and other animals. By creating a scarecrow near the tree, it would create a visual deterrent for the coon, making it less likely to come down from the tree. This suggestion does not involve physically confining the coon or using other animals or fire, making it a practical and non-harmful solution.

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  • 4. 

    How was Billy's prayer answered?

    • A. 

      The wind blew the sycamore tree down.

    • B. 

      The raccoon feel out of the tree.

    • C. 

      It began to rain.

    • D. 

      Papa heaped cut down the tree.

    Correct Answer
    A. The wind blew the sycamore tree down.
    Explanation
    Billy's prayer was answered when the wind blew the sycamore tree down.

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  • 5. 

    How much was a coon skin worth?

    • A. 

      $2 - $3

    • B. 

      $4 - $10

    • C. 

      $1 - $8

    • D. 

      $8 - $15

    Correct Answer
    B. $4 - $10
    Explanation
    During the 18th and 19th centuries, coon skins were highly valued for their use in making clothing and accessories. The price of a coon skin varied depending on factors such as quality, size, and market demand. Therefore, the value of a coon skin could range from $4 to $10, making it a lucrative trade commodity during that time period.

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  • 6. 

    What did Billy do with the money he earned from his coon skins?

    • A. 

      Put it in his college fund

    • B. 

      Gave it to Papa

    • C. 

      Bought a gun

    • D. 

      Gave it to grandpa for helping him

    Correct Answer
    B. Gave it to Papa
    Explanation
    Billy gave the money he earned from his coon skins to Papa.

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  • 7. 

    What did Billy's mom do with the first coon skin?

    • A. 

      Sold it to Grandpa

    • B. 

      Made a coon skin hat

    • C. 

      Hung it in Billy's room

    • D. 

      Took it to the fair

    Correct Answer
    B. Made a coon skin hat
    Explanation
    Billy's mom made a coon skin hat with the first coon skin.

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  • 8. 

    When Little Ann cut her foot, Billy locked her in the _____.

    • A. 

      Corncrib

    • B. 

      Barn

    • C. 

      Cellar

    • D. 

      House

    Correct Answer
    A. Corncrib
    Explanation
    When Little Ann cut her foot, Billy locked her in the corncrib. A corncrib is a small building used for storing corn. It is typically made of wood and has slatted sides to allow for air circulation. Locking Little Ann in the corncrib would have provided a safe and secure place for her to rest and recover from her injury.

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  • 9. 

    Which dog did Billy think was smarter?

    • A. 

      Little Ann

    • B. 

      Old Dan

    • C. 

      Big Blue

    • D. 

      Harrison

    Correct Answer
    A. Little Ann
    Explanation
    Billy thought that Little Ann was smarter.

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  • 10. 

    What happened to Little Ann?

    • A. 

      Was caught in briers

    • B. 

      Was caught in a bear trap

    • C. 

      Fell in a groundhog hole

    • D. 

      Fell into the icy river

    Correct Answer
    D. Fell into the icy river
    Explanation
    Little Ann fell into the icy river.

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  • 11. 

    What happened when Billy tried to walk out to get her?

    • A. 

      Hit in the head by a tree limb

    • B. 

      Tangled in briers

    • C. 

      Ice started to break

    • D. 

      Slipped and fell

    Correct Answer
    C. Ice started to break
    Explanation
    Billy tried to walk out to get her but the ice started to break. This suggests that Billy attempted to walk on a frozen body of water, such as a lake or pond, but the ice was not strong enough to support their weight and started to crack or break. This could have resulted in a dangerous situation where Billy could have fallen into the freezing water.

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  • 12. 

    After the big tree falls and Billy discusses the event with his father, Billy believes that:

    • A. 

      He finished cutting the tree down all by himself.

    • B. 

      The wind blew down the tree.

    • C. 

      God answered his prayers and helped him.

    • D. 

      Some of the boys Billy was friends with helped him cut the tree down.

    Correct Answer
    C. God answered his prayers and helped him.
    Explanation
    Billy believes that God answered his prayers and helped him because he attributes the successful cutting down of the tree to a higher power. This belief is based on his faith and the fact that he prayed for assistance before undertaking the task. Billy may see the tree falling as a result of divine intervention rather than his own efforts or any external factors like the wind or help from his friends.

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  • 13. 

    Billy loves both his dogs, but he has strong opinions about each of their strengths. Which dog does he believe the coons can't fool with their tricks?

    • A. 

      Litte Ann

    • B. 

      Old Dan

    • C. 

      He doesn't think either are smart enough.

    • D. 

      He thinks both are smart enough.

    Correct Answer
    A. Litte Ann
    Explanation
    Billy believes that the coons can't fool Litte Ann with their tricks.

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  • 14. 

    Billy has to take action to help save Old Dan when Dan:

    • A. 

      Crawls into a hole at the bottom of a tree and climbs up the hallow.

    • B. 

      Falls into the river.

    • C. 

      Gets stuck on ice.

    • D. 

      Gets lost when traveling on an evening hunt.

    Correct Answer
    A. Crawls into a hole at the bottom of a tree and climbs up the hallow.
    Explanation
    When Old Dan crawls into a hole at the bottom of a tree and climbs up the hollow, Billy needs to take action to help save him. This suggests that Old Dan may be in danger or in need of assistance while inside the tree hollow. Billy's action could involve finding a way to retrieve Old Dan safely from the tree or providing support to prevent any harm that may come to him while inside.

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  • 15. 

    Billy decides to go hunting right after a storm lasting several days because:

    • A. 

      He is tired of being cooped up in the house.

    • B. 

      His dogs are anxious to get out.

    • C. 

      He knows raccoons will be hungry and stirring after being denned up during the storm.

    • D. 

      His father tells him this is the best time to go hunt.

    Correct Answer
    C. He knows raccoons will be hungry and stirring after being denned up during the storm.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that Billy knows raccoons will be hungry and stirring after being denned up during the storm. This implies that raccoons will be more active and easier to find, making it a good time for hunting.

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  • 16. 

    What did Billy do to save little Ann from drowning in the river?

    • A. 

      He dove in the river and grabbed her.

    • B. 

      He used the handle from his lateens to hook around her collar.

    • C. 

      He got his father to come help.

    • D. 

      He got his grandfather to come help.

    Correct Answer
    B. He used the handle from his lateens to hook around her collar.
  • 17. 

    Why did Grandpa decide to accept the Pritchard boys' bet about the ghost coon?

    • A. 

      Billy encourages Grandpa to accept the bet.

    • B. 

      The boys make him angry by insulting both him and Billy's dogs.

    • C. 

      Grandpa is always up for a bet.

    • D. 

      He thought the boys deserved to be taught a lesson.

    Correct Answer
    B. The boys make him angry by insulting both him and Billy's dogs.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that the boys make him angry by insulting both him and Billy's dogs. This is evident from the information given in the question. Grandpa's decision to accept the bet is driven by his anger towards the boys' disrespectful behavior towards him and his dogs.

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  • 18. 

    Rubin dies by:

    • A. 

      Drowning in the river.

    • B. 

      Falling out of a tree.

    • C. 

      Falling on an ax.

    • D. 

      Falling down and breaking his neck.

    Correct Answer
    C. Falling on an ax.
    Explanation
    Rubin dies by falling on an ax. This means that he suffered a fatal injury by accidentally falling onto an ax, resulting in his death.

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  • 19. 

    Billy feels a little better after paying his respects to Rubin by:

    • A. 

      Talking to god about Rubin.

    • B. 

      Taking flowers to his grave.

    • C. 

      Attending his funeral.

    • D. 

      Visiting with Rubin's family.

    Correct Answer
    B. Taking flowers to his grave.
    Explanation
    Billy feels a little better after paying his respects to Rubin by taking flowers to his grave. This action shows that Billy is honoring Rubin's memory and expressing his grief and condolences. By physically visiting Rubin's grave and leaving flowers, Billy is acknowledging the loss and finding a way to cope with his emotions. This act of remembrance and tribute can provide a sense of closure and comfort to Billy, hence making him feel a little better.

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  • 20. 

    Who is the author of Where the Red Fern Grows?

    • A. 

      Fred Gipson

    • B. 

      Wilson Rawls

    • C. 

      E.B. White

    • D. 

      Billy Wallace

    Correct Answer
    A. Fred Gipson
    Explanation
    Fred Gipson is the author of Where the Red Fern Grows.

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