Questions and Answers
Where will Billy need to pick up his puppies?
depot in Kentucky.
What does Billy seemingly randomly ask his family that shocks and entertains them in Chapter 4?
How far it is to Kentucky
Why does Billy decide to walk to Tahlequah?
doesn't have the heart to tell his father about the puppies.
How does Billy react to the town of Tahlequah?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the items Billy purchases with his final $10 in Chapter 4?
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Why does the general store owner offer Billy a pair of shoes?
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What does Billy see for the first time in the general store window in Chapter 4?
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Why do the children at the playground in Tahlequah make fun of Billy?
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What does Billy observe the boys at the playground in Tahlequah doing that he wants to try for himself?
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What happens to Billy when he tries to join in with the activity the children at the playground in Tahlequah are participating in?
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How does the woman watching Billy play in the playground in Tahlequah react to what happens to Billy?
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Which of the following words best characterizes Billy's reaction to the Tahlequah townspeople's comments about his appearance?
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Study Notes
Billy's Journey and Experiences in Chapter 4
- Billy needs to pick up his puppies at a depot located in Kentucky.
- He shocks and entertains his family by asking how far it is to Kentucky.
- Opting for a long walk, Billy chooses to go to Tahlequah to avoid telling his father about the puppies.
Arrival in Tahlequah
- Upon arriving in Tahlequah, Billy feels overwhelmed by the new environment.
- With his last $10, he refrains from buying shoes for himself, despite being barefooted.
General Store and Local Interaction
- The general store owner offers Billy shoes because he notices he is barefoot.
- For the first time, Billy sees a double-barreled gun displayed in the window of the general store.
Playground Encounter
- Children at the playground mock Billy for his hillbilly appearance due to his lack of shoes.
- Curious about the activities, Billy observes the other boys sliding down a pipe, wanting to try it himself.
- When he attempts to join the children, he ends up splattering onto the ground.
Reactions and Feelings
- A woman watching the playground scene laughs at Billy after his fall.
- Billy feels confused by the townspeople's comments regarding his appearance, highlighting his sense of alienation.
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Description
Explore Billy's adventures in Chapter 4 as he navigates through Kentucky to pick up his puppies. From his overwhelming arrival in Tahlequah to his interactions at the general store, Billy learns about his new surroundings while dealing with challenges like being mocked by local children. This chapter highlights themes of resilience and youthful exploration.
