Character: As you read, look for clues that tell you what kind of person Fenton is. How does he change by the end of the story?

• Fenton becomes more confident and assertive.

• Fenton remains the same throughout the story.

• Fenton becomes more withdrawn and shy.

• Fenton becomes more generous and kind.

What does the word 'considerate' mean in the context of the passage?

• Thoughtful of other people's feelings

• Careless

• Angry

• Happy

Pause and Think: How does Fenton feel about getting a dog?

• Excited

• Nervous

• Indifferent

• Upset

Pause and Think: What does Fenton think of the puppy at first?

• He thinks the puppy is adorable.

• He is indifferent towards the puppy.

• He finds the puppy annoying.

• He is scared of the puppy.

What is the meaning of the word 'amateur'?

• Expert

• Beginner

• Professional

• Skilled

What did the dog do when the door was opened?

• Barked loudly

• Ran outside

• Stayed inside

• Wagged its tail

What name did the narrator decide to give the dog?

• Max

• Merriweather

• Charlie

• Rocky

Why did the narrator decide to call the dog Meriwether?

• Because it was the name of a famous explorer.

• Because it was the name of the narrator's favorite book character.

• Because it was the name of the narrator's childhood friend.

• Because it was the name of the street where the narrator found the dog.

What did the dog sniff out under a bush?

• A bone

• A ball

• A shoe

• A stick

What does Fenton name the dog?

• Rover

• Buddy

• Max

• Fenton