Something Uneasy in the air

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What is the role of dogs like Cracker during the Vietnam War?

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Dogs like Cracker served as scouts during the Vietnam War, helping soldiers navigate and detect dangers.

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Who is the narrator of the story?

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The story is told from a third-person perspective, meaning the narrator is not a character in the story.

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What does it mean to be 'mildly interested'?

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Being mildly interested means having a small amount of curiosity or concern about something, but not being very engaged.

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What action did Cracker take before lying down?

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Cracker pawed at the covers before she lay down.

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Who took Cracker to Vietnam?

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An army sergeant came to take Cracker to Vietnam.

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What is a scout in the context of the military?

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A scout is a soldier or animal that is sent ahead to gather information about the enemy or the terrain.

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What does it mean to 'paw at the covers'?

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To paw at the covers means to use one's paws to scratch or move the blankets around.

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How might a dog show it is scared?

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A scared dog might hide, whimper, or try to run away.

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What is the significance of dogs in wartime?

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Dogs provide companionship, help with tasks, and can assist in detecting dangers, making them valuable in wartime.

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What does 'very interested' mean?

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Being very interested means having a strong curiosity or concern about something.