Burn Sanderson and Old Yeller

Burn Sanderson and Old Yeller

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

4th - 5th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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In Chapter 8 of Old Yeller, Burn Sanderson arrives at the Coates' cabin looking for his missing dog, Old Yeller. He introduces himself and explains his situation. The family is reluctant to give up Old Yeller, but Burn proposes a trade: a meal in exchange for keeping the dog. After a hearty dinner, Burn warns Travis about a hydrophobia outbreak, advising him to be cautious. The chapter highlights themes of responsibility, family, and the challenges of frontier life.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Burn Sanderson's demeanor when he arrived at the cabin?

Angry and confrontational

Rude and dismissive

Polite and respectful

Indifferent and aloof

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did Burn Sanderson come from before arriving at Salt Licks?

Chicago

Los Angeles

San Antonio

New York

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Burn Sanderson's reason for bringing dogs with him?

For companionship

To help herd cattle

To guard his belongings

For hunting

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Mama react when she learned about Old Yeller?

She was angry

She was relieved

She was indifferent

She was sober and worried

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Travis's initial reaction to the idea of giving up Old Yeller?

He was excited

He was indifferent

He was panicked

He was relieved

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Little Arliss do when he realized Old Yeller was being taken away?

He threw a fit

He laughed

He stayed silent

He ran away

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Burn Sanderson propose in exchange for letting the family keep Old Yeller?

A piece of land

A home-cooked meal

A sum of money

A new horse

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