Quiz On Where The Red Fern Grows Chapters 11-20

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

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According to the book, Billy must hunt at night because coons only come out at night. This suggests that coons are nocturnal animals and are more active during the nighttime, making it the best time for hunting them.

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Quiz On Where The Red Fern Grows Chapters 11-20 - Quiz

This quiz assesses comprehension of 'Where The Red Fern Grows' Chapters 11-20, focusing on key events and character analysis. It tests understanding of plot details and character strengths, essential for literary analysis skills.

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

Explanation

Billy treeing his first coon in the big sycamore suggests that he climbed up the tree to chase or capture the raccoon. The term "treeing" refers to the act of a dog chasing a wild animal up a tree and barking at it to alert its owner. The big sycamore tree was likely a suitable tree for the raccoon to climb and seek refuge in, making it easier for Billy to locate and capture it.

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3. Why was the racoon called the ghost coon?

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The raccoon was called the ghost coon because it seemed to disappear when it reached the huge oak tree. This suggests that the raccoon was skilled at hiding or blending in with its surroundings, making it difficult to see or track. This behavior may have earned it the nickname "ghost coon" due to its ability to seemingly vanish like a ghost.

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4. Billy, Grandpa, and Papa were going:

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Billy, Grandpa, and Papa were going to the Champion Coon Hunt. This is evident from the given options where it is stated that they were going to buy Mama a house in town, to town to sell furs, or to the Champion Coon Hunt. Since the correct answer is option c, it implies that they were going to the Champion Coon Hunt.

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5. What happened to Little Ann?

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Little Ann fell into the icy river.

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6. 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?

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Billy believes that the coons can't fool Litte Ann with their tricks.

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

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Billy used the handle from his lantern to hook around little Ann's collar to save her from drowning in the river. This suggests that Billy improvised and used the resources he had available to rescue her.

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8. Rubin dies by:

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Rubin dies by falling on an ax. This means that he had a fatal accident where he landed on an ax, resulting in his death.

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9. Which sentence from the story supports the conclusion that Grandpa felt Billy was growing up?

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The sentence supports the conclusion that Grandpa felt Billy was growing up because Grandpa poured three cups of coffee instead of the expected two, indicating that he now saw Billy as old enough to drink coffee like the adults. Billy's statement, "I'm not only big enough to help Papa with the farm. Now I'm big enough to drink coffee," further reinforces this idea.

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10. Why did Billy win a small silver cup?

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Billy won a small silver cup because Ann won a beauty contest. This implies that the small silver cup was a prize or reward given to the winner of the beauty contest, and since Ann won it, Billy received the cup as a result.

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11. Which statement is true about the theme of Where the Red Fern Grows?

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The correct answer is a. Dogs are man's best friend. This statement accurately reflects the theme of the novel "Where the Red Fern Grows." Throughout the story, the bond between the main character, Billy, and his two dogs, Old Dan and Little Ann, is emphasized. The dogs are loyal, loving, and provide companionship to Billy, highlighting the idea that dogs can be a person's closest and most trusted friends.

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

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Grandpa decided to accept the Pritchard boys' bet about the ghost coon because they made him angry by insulting both him and Billy's dogs. The insult to his pride and the disrespect towards his dogs provoked him to prove the boys wrong and teach them a lesson.

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13. How was the ghost coon able to hide from the hunters?

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The ghost coon was able to hide from the hunters by dropping down into a hollow fence post. This allowed him to conceal himself inside the post, making it difficult for the hunters to spot him.

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14. What happened that caused Billy to think he would have bad luck?

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Billy believed he would have bad luck because he heard two owls. In many cultures, owls are associated with bad omens and superstitions. The belief that hearing owls is a sign of impending misfortune has been passed down through generations. Therefore, when Billy heard two owls, he immediately connected it to the superstition and assumed that he would experience bad luck.

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According to the book, why must Billy hunt at night?
In what type of tree did Billy tree his first coon? 
Why was the racoon called the ghost coon?
Billy, Grandpa, and Papa were going:
What happened to Little Ann?
Billy loves both his dogs, but he has strong opinions about each of...
What did Billy do to save little Ann from drowning in the river?
Rubin dies by:
Which sentence from the story supports the conclusion that Grandpa...
Why did Billy win a small silver cup?
Which statement is true about the theme of Where the Red Fern Grows?
Why did Grandpa decide to accept the Pritchard boys' bet about the...
How was the ghost coon able to hide from the hunters?
What happened that caused Billy to think he would have bad luck?
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