WorksheetsNot my Dog
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
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Fenton becomes more withdrawn and shy.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
Pause and Think: How does Meriwether change Fenton's mind about him?
By proving his loyalty
By showing his bravery
By demonstrating his intelligence
By offering a valuable gift
What is the meaning of the word 'enthusiasm' as used in the passage?
Anger
Excitement
Sadness
Fear
What is the meaning of the word 'panted' as used in the passage?
Whispered
Shouted
Breathed heavily
Laughed
Fenton doesn’t do the Disappearing Doggy trick because:
He is too shy.
He doesn't know the trick.
He is too big for the trick.
He is afraid of disappearing.
Imagine you’re Fenton. What has getting Meriwether taught you?
Responsibility and companionship
How to train a dog
The importance of exercise
How to care for a pet
