12 Questions
What was the reason for Hooper's hospitalization?
A car accident that caused a subdural haemorrhage
Why did the neighbors watch Hooper's daily exercise?
Out of curiosity about his improvement
What effect did the injury have on Hooper's mobility?
It completely paralyzed his left side
What was Hooper's profession before the injury?
Zone Sales Manager for a chemical company
How did Hooper's height contribute to his image?
Made him stand out at the university football games
What was Hooper's attitude towards his work according to the text?
He was ambitious and determined as a Zone Sales Manager
What was Chuck Hooper's profession before the accident?
He was a sales manager in a chemical company
Why was Duke initially sent to a kennel?
Because there was no one to take care of Duke while Hooper was in the hospital
How did Duke initially react when Hooper returned from the hospital?
Duke was overjoyed and excited to see Hooper
What was Duke's role in helping Hooper recover from his paralysis?
Duke encouraged Hooper to get out of bed and walk by pulling on his leash
What was Hooper's initial reaction to Duke's attempts to get him out of bed?
Hooper was reluctant but eventually gave in
How did Hooper and Duke's relationship evolve over time?
They maintained a strong bond, and Duke continued to motivate Hooper's recovery
Study Notes
Chuck Hooper's Life Before the Accident
- Chuck Hooper was a favored young man in 1953, recommended by the majority.
- He had a big, genuine grin that hid his highly competitive nature.
- He was six-foot-one, played on the university football team, and was a hard-charging Zone Sales Manager for a chemical company.
The Accident
- Hooper was involved in a car accident while driving home one autumn twilight.
- He was taken to the hospital with a subdural hemorrhage in the motor section of the brain, completely paralysing his left side.
Hooper's Recovery
- Hooper remained in the hospital for six weeks.
- His dog, Duke, was sent to the kennel as there was no one to look after it.
- After his return, Hooper became lonely and depressed, but Duke's presence lifted his spirits.
Duke's Role in Hooper's Recovery
- Duke would lie on the floor next to Hooper's bed all the time, sensing that something was wrong with its master.
- Duke started asking Hooper to get up, and Hooper eventually tied a leash to Duke's collar, which excited the dog.
- Duke pulled the leash, and Hooper took a step, marking the beginning of their walking exercise.
Hooper's Progress
- With Duke's help, Hooper continued to walk, gradually making an effort to walk.
- Within a week, they reached the entrance of the house.
- Hooper's wife, Marcy, noticed her husband's improvement.
- Hooper walked from the clinic to his office alone, showing his progress.
- He joined the office and started working full days.
- Hooper was promoted as Regional Manager of the company.
Tragic Incident
- Duke was hit by a car and could not be saved.
- The Hoopers were grateful for Duke's role in Hooper's recovery.
Hooper's Career Advancement
- Hooper received a promotion letter, appointing him as the Assistant National Sales Manager of the company.
Test your understanding of the CBSE Class 9 English Literature Reader lesson 'A Dog Named Duke'. This quiz provides a summary, detailed explanation of the lesson, meanings of difficult words, as well as covers exercises, questions, and answers from the book. Explore the story of Chuck Hooper and his special bond with his dog Duke.
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