Where The Red Fern Grows Chp 3, 4, & 5 Quiz

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1. Billy does not go to a public school. He is taught by his mother. 

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The given statement states that Billy does not go to a public school and is taught by his mother. This implies that Billy is homeschooled or receives education outside of a traditional public school setting. Therefore, the answer "True" is correct as it aligns with the information provided.

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This quiz assesses comprehension of 'Where the Red Fern Grows' Chp 3, 4, & 5, focusing on key events such as Billy's life-changing encounter with a sportsman's magazine and his journey to save money for two coonhound puppies. It evaluates understanding of plot developments and character reactions.

2. The author of Where the Red Fern Grows is...

Explanation

Wilson Rawls is the correct answer because he is the author of the book "Where the Red Fern Grows". The other options, Rick Roridan, J. K. Rowling, Jack London, and Ernest Hemingway, are not associated with this particular book.

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3. Billy did not wear shoes when he walked to the town to get his dogs. 

Explanation

The explanation for the given correct answer (True) is that the statement clearly states that Billy did not wear shoes when he walked to the town to get his dogs. Since the statement is true, the answer is also true.

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4. How did the townspeople treat Billy?

Explanation

The townspeople treated Billy by laughing at him.

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5. Billy picked up his dogs....

Explanation

Billy picked up his dogs at a train depot in Talequah. This suggests that Billy had left his dogs at the train depot for some reason, and now he is retrieving them from there. It implies that the train depot in Talequah is a location where people can temporarily leave their dogs, possibly while they are traveling or unable to take care of them.

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6. How long did it take Billy to earn enough money to buy the two hounds?

Explanation

Billy took 2 years to earn enough money to buy the two hounds. This means that he worked and saved for a period of 2 years until he had accumulated the necessary amount of money to purchase the hounds.

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7. Which of the following is not an element of the setting of this story?

Explanation

The story is set during the Great Depression in Oklahoma in the 1930s, specifically in the Ozark Mountains near the Illinois River. However, China is not mentioned as part of the setting.

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8. What was Grandpa's reaction to Billy saving all the money?

Explanation

Grandpa's reaction to Billy saving all the money was "Amazed and teary eyed." This suggests that Grandpa was extremely impressed and moved by Billy's action of saving all the money.

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9. Which of the following did Billy NOT buy for his family?

Explanation

Billy did not buy a new plow for the field for his family. The question is asking about the item that Billy did not buy for his family, and out of the given options, a new plow for the field is the only item that Billy did not purchase.

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10. What was the one thing that caused Billy to finally fight with the kids?

Explanation

Billy finally fought with the kids because one of them pulled his dog's ears. This action likely provoked Billy's protective instincts towards his pet, leading him to stand up for his dog and confront the kids.

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11. From which state did Billy order his dogs?

Explanation

Billy ordered his dogs from Kentucky.

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12. Which pup was bold and aggressive?

Explanation

The correct answer is the boy pup. This is because the question asks which pup was bold and aggressive, and traditionally, male dogs are more likely to exhibit bold and aggressive behavior compared to female dogs.

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13. Which pup was small and timid?

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The correct answer is the girl pup. This is because the question asks for the pup that is small and timid, and traditionally, female pups are often portrayed as smaller and more timid compared to their male counterparts.

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14. How was Billy going to get his dogs home?

Explanation

Billy was going to get his dogs home by carrying them in a gunny sack. This implies that he planned to put the dogs inside the sack and transport them that way.

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15. Who rescued Billy from the town bullies?

Explanation

In the given question, the correct answer is "a marshal". A marshal is a law enforcement officer who is responsible for maintaining peace and order in a specific jurisdiction. In this context, the marshal rescued Billy from the town bullies, indicating that the marshal intervened and protected Billy from harm.

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16. What significant event happens regarding Billy's desire to own hunting dogs?

Explanation

In these chapters of "Where the Red Fern Grows," Billy becomes determined to own a pair of coonhounds, but he knows his family cannot afford them. He decides to take matters into his own hands and works hard, saving money for two years by doing various jobs and selling goods like fish and berries. His perseverance and dedication to his goal are central themes in these chapters, culminating in his ability to finally purchase the puppies, which significantly impacts the development of the story.

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17. What news did Billy get when he visited his grandpa's store on Monday?

Explanation

Billy received the news that his grandpa had ordered the pups and the price had gone down.

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18. Billy stopped at the school yard to....

Explanation

Billy stopped at the school yard to slide down the pipe.

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19. Who DIDN"T Billy see on his way out of town?

Explanation

Billy did not see a teacher from the schoolhouse on his way out of town. This implies that he saw a drunk and two old women, but not a teacher from the schoolhouse.

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20. Billy could earn money doing all of the following EXCEPT:

Explanation

Billy could earn money by selling things to fishermen like crawfish, minnows, and fresh vegetables, picking berries to sell, and trapping furs. However, collecting empty soda bottles for their deposits is not a way for him to earn money.

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21. On his way back home, Billy and his dogs stayed overnight...

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Billy and his dogs stayed overnight in a cave on their way back home. This suggests that they were in a remote or natural area where caves are present. Staying in a cave could provide shelter and protection from the elements, making it a suitable place to spend the night. Additionally, caves can also offer a sense of adventure and exploration, which may have appealed to Billy and his dogs.

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22. Which event changed Billy's life?

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23. What treat did Billy's rescuer offer him before he left Talequah?

Explanation

Billy's rescuer offered him a bottle of pop before he left Talequah.

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24. What startled Billy and his dogs as they slept?

Explanation

Billy and his dogs were startled while they were sleeping by the presence of a mountain lion. This unexpected encounter would have caused them to wake up suddenly and be alarmed. The presence of a wild predator like a mountain lion would certainly be a surprising and alarming event, especially while they were in a vulnerable state of sleep.

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25. This story takes place during the 1970's.

Explanation

The statement "This story takes place during the 1970's" is false. The question is asking about the time period in which the story is set, and the correct answer is false because it implies that the story does not take place during the 1970's.

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26. How far did Billy have to walk to reach Tallequah?

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Billy had to walk 20 miles to reach Tallequah.

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27. Billy saw all of the following in town for the FIRST time except....

Explanation

Billy saw all of the following in town for the first time except for shoes. This implies that Billy had seen a two-barreled gun, his reflection, a marshall, and a school before, but had never seen shoes in town before.

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Billy does not go to a public school. He is taught by his...
The author of Where the Red Fern Grows is...
Billy did not wear shoes when he walked to the town to get his...
How did the townspeople treat Billy?
Billy picked up his dogs....
How long did it take Billy to earn enough money to buy the two hounds?
Which of the following is not an element of the setting of this story?
What was Grandpa's reaction to Billy saving all the money?
Which of the following did Billy NOT buy for his family?
What was the one thing that caused Billy to finally fight with the...
From which state did Billy order his dogs?
Which pup was bold and aggressive?
Which pup was small and timid?
How was Billy going to get his dogs home?
Who rescued Billy from the town bullies?
What significant event happens regarding Billy's desire to own...
What news did Billy get when he visited his grandpa's store on...
Billy stopped at the school yard to....
Who DIDN"T Billy see on his way out of town?
Billy could earn money doing all of the following EXCEPT:
On his way back home, Billy and his dogs stayed overnight...
Which event changed Billy's life?
What treat did Billy's rescuer offer him before he left Talequah?
What startled Billy and his dogs as they slept?
This story takes place during the 1970's.
How far did Billy have to walk to reach Tallequah?
Billy saw all of the following in town for the FIRST time except....
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