Exploring Old Yeller: Chapters 8-9

What significant event occurs involving Old Yeller in Chapter 8?

• Old Yeller saves a child from drowning.

• Old Yeller is bitten by a rabid wolf.

• Old Yeller finds a hidden treasure.

• Old Yeller runs away from home.

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How does Travis's attitude towards Old Yeller change in these chapters?

• Travis's feelings remain unchanged throughout the chapters.

• Travis's attitude changes from indifference to deep affection and respect for Old Yeller.

• Travis becomes annoyed with Old Yeller's behavior.

• Travis grows to dislike Old Yeller more as time goes on.

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What challenges does the family face in Chapter 9?

• The family starts a new business venture.

• The family receives a large inheritance.

• The family faces financial difficulties, communication struggles, and emotional stress.

• The family enjoys a vacation together.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

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Describe the relationship between Travis and Old Yeller during these chapters.

• Travis and Old Yeller develop a strong bond of loyalty and companionship, evolving from initial reluctance to deep mutual respect.

• Old Yeller is a wild animal that Travis tries to capture.

• Travis and Old Yeller have a brief encounter with no lasting impact.

• Travis dislikes Old Yeller and avoids him throughout the chapters.

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What role does the setting play in the events of Chapters 8 and 9?

• The setting is irrelevant to the plot and character development.

• The setting amplifies the emotional and thematic elements of the story, influencing character behavior and plot development.

• The setting only serves as a backdrop with no thematic significance.

• The setting has no impact on the characters' decisions.

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How does the author convey themes of loyalty and bravery in these chapters?

• The author emphasizes betrayal and cowardice as central themes in these chapters.

• The author focuses solely on the characters' physical strength and abilities.

• The author conveys themes of loyalty and bravery through characters' unwavering support for each other and their courageous actions in challenging circumstances.

• Themes of loyalty and bravery are depicted through the setting rather than the characters.

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What is the reaction of the family to the events that unfold in Chapter 9?

• The family remains indifferent and does not discuss the events.

• The family reacts with shock and concern, engaging in heated discussions about the unfolding events.

• They celebrate the events as a positive change.

• The family decides to ignore the situation entirely.

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Identify a key moment of conflict in Chapters 8-9 and its impact on the characters.

• The protagonist's friendship with a mentor character.

• The confrontation between the protagonist and the rival character.

• A peaceful resolution between the protagonist and the rival character.

• The protagonist's internal struggle with self-doubt.

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What lessons does Travis learn about responsibility in these chapters?

• Responsibility is about avoiding mistakes at all costs.

• Travis learns that responsibility means being accountable for his actions and understanding their impact on others.

• Responsibility is only important when others are watching.

• Travis learns that responsibility means doing whatever he wants.

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How does the author use descriptive language to enhance the emotional impact of Chapters 8 and 9?

• Descriptive language is used only to describe the setting, not the characters.

• The author avoids using any descriptive language in these chapters.

• The author focuses solely on dialogue to convey emotions in these chapters.

• The author uses descriptive language to evoke strong emotions and create vivid imagery that connects readers to the characters' experiences.

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