The Last Dog

Front

What does Brock believe might exist outside the dome?

Back

Brock believes that other humans might exist outside the dome.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

What do the scientists suggest doing with the puppy?

Back

The scientists suggest using the puppy for experiments.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What does Brock find near the brook?

Back

Brock finds a lost puppy near the brook.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What do the researchers offer to do with the puppy?

Back

The researchers offer to clone the puppy.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

Why does Brock decide to keep the puppy with him?

Back

Brock decides to keep the puppy with him because the puppy needs constant interaction.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is the significance of the dome in the story?

Back

The dome represents a controlled environment that isolates the characters from the outside world.

Front

How does Brock's relationship with the puppy evolve throughout the story?

Back

Brock's relationship with the puppy evolves from curiosity to a deep bond, as he feels responsible for its well-being.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What ethical dilemmas are presented in the story regarding the puppy?

Back

The story presents ethical dilemmas about using the puppy for experiments versus allowing it to live freely.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What role do scientists play in the narrative?

Back

The scientists represent the conflict between scientific advancement and ethical considerations regarding living beings.

Front

How does the setting influence the characters' decisions?

Back

The setting, being enclosed by the dome, influences the characters' decisions by limiting their options and creating a sense of urgency.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3