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What grade was Henry Huggins in?
What grade was Henry Huggins in?
Henry Huggins was in the third grade.
Where did Henry live with his parents?
Where did Henry live with his parents?
Henry lived with his mother and father in a square white house on Klickitat Street.
What did Henry do every Wednesday after school?
What did Henry do every Wednesday after school?
Every Wednesday after school, Henry rode downtown on the bus to go swimming at the Y.M.C.A.
What did Henry hear while he was at the corner drugstore?
What did Henry hear while he was at the corner drugstore?
Who is the main character of the story?
Who is the main character of the story?
What causes chaos on the bus?
What causes chaos on the bus?
What does the policeman joke about doing to Henry?
What does the policeman joke about doing to Henry?
What does Henry purchase at the Lucky Dog Pet Shop?
What does Henry purchase at the Lucky Dog Pet Shop?
What does Henry's father give Ribsy as a welcome gift?
What does Henry's father give Ribsy as a welcome gift?
What does Henry's mother express upon their return home?
What does Henry's mother express upon their return home?
What animals does the pet store showcase in its windows?
What animals does the pet store showcase in its windows?
What does Henry particularly enjoy at the pet store?
What does Henry particularly enjoy at the pet store?
What is the routine of Henry and Ribsy after school?
What is the routine of Henry and Ribsy after school?
Why does Henry give up the idea of having a skunk as a pet?
Why does Henry give up the idea of having a skunk as a pet?
What causes other vehicles to pull over in the city?
What causes other vehicles to pull over in the city?
How does the story transition after Henry and Ribsy return home?
How does the story transition after Henry and Ribsy return home?
What is the name of the book from which this excerpt is taken?
What is the name of the book from which this excerpt is taken?
What is the name of the boy who meets the hungry, mixed-breed dog?
What is the name of the boy who meets the hungry, mixed-breed dog?
How does Henry contact his mother to ask if he can keep the dog?
How does Henry contact his mother to ask if he can keep the dog?
What does Henry use to transport the dog home?
What does Henry use to transport the dog home?
Why does the bus driver refuse to let Henry bring the dog on the bus?
Why does the bus driver refuse to let Henry bring the dog on the bus?
What is the name of the stray dog in the story?
What is the name of the stray dog in the story?
What is the genre of the book 'Ribsy'?
What is the genre of the book 'Ribsy'?
Who is the author of the book 'Ribsy'?
Who is the author of the book 'Ribsy'?
In which setting does the story take place?
In which setting does the story take place?
What does the story primarily focus on?
What does the story primarily focus on?
How does Henry feel about keeping the dog without his parents' permission?
How does Henry feel about keeping the dog without his parents' permission?
What does Henry struggle with while preparing to take the bus home with Ribsy?
What does Henry struggle with while preparing to take the bus home with Ribsy?
What special offer does Henry find for a pair of guppies at the pet store?
What special offer does Henry find for a pair of guppies at the pet store?
Where does Henry plan to keep the guppies?
Where does Henry plan to keep the guppies?
Who advises Henry on caring for the guppies?
Who advises Henry on caring for the guppies?
What challenges does Henry encounter while walking home with the guppies and Ribsy?
What challenges does Henry encounter while walking home with the guppies and Ribsy?
How does the narrative portray the dynamic between Henry and Ribsy?
How does the narrative portray the dynamic between Henry and Ribsy?
What does Mrs. Huggins find the guppies to be?
What does Mrs. Huggins find the guppies to be?
Where does Henry plan to keep the guppies?
Where does Henry plan to keep the guppies?
What kind of fish does Henry find in the pet store?
What kind of fish does Henry find in the pet store?
Where do the different kinds of fish come from?
Where do the different kinds of fish come from?
What does the story highlight about Henry?
What does the story highlight about Henry?
What was included in the special offer for the guppies?
What was included in the special offer for the guppies?
Who ultimately wins in the tug-of-war over the horse meat?
Who ultimately wins in the tug-of-war over the horse meat?
What does Henry struggle with at the beginning of the story?
What does Henry struggle with at the beginning of the story?
Why does the bus driver refuse to allow Ribsy on the bus in the box?
Why does the bus driver refuse to allow Ribsy on the bus in the box?
How does Henry improvise to transport Ribsy after the bus driver refuses to allow him on the bus?
How does Henry improvise to transport Ribsy after the bus driver refuses to allow him on the bus?
How does Henry manage to get Ribsy onto the bus unnoticed by the driver?
How does Henry manage to get Ribsy onto the bus unnoticed by the driver?
Who becomes curious about the bag and teases Henry on the bus?
Who becomes curious about the bag and teases Henry on the bus?
What is the reaction of the passengers on the bus upon seeing Ribsy?
What is the reaction of the passengers on the bus upon seeing Ribsy?
What does Ribsy's presence on the bus create?
What does Ribsy's presence on the bus create?
How do the bus driver and passengers react upon realizing Ribsy is just a dog?
How do the bus driver and passengers react upon realizing Ribsy is just a dog?
What does the incident with Ribsy on the bus add to the story?
What does the incident with Ribsy on the bus add to the story?
What does the story highlight about Henry?
What does the story highlight about Henry?
What does the text capture about a boy's attempt to transport his beloved dog on a bus?
What does the text capture about a boy's attempt to transport his beloved dog on a bus?
What did Henry spend all his allowance on for his guppies?
What did Henry spend all his allowance on for his guppies?
How did Henry's mother suggest he handle the growing number of fish in his bedroom?
How did Henry's mother suggest he handle the growing number of fish in his bedroom?
Why did Henry decide to ask his friends in the neighborhood if they would like to have some fish?
Why did Henry decide to ask his friends in the neighborhood if they would like to have some fish?
What were the reasons given by Henry's friends for not being able to take care of fish?
What were the reasons given by Henry's friends for not being able to take care of fish?
Into what pet did Henry initially consider spending his earnings from the guppies?
Into what pet did Henry initially consider spending his earnings from the guppies?
Who surprised Henry with a cowhide football as a gift?
Who surprised Henry with a cowhide football as a gift?
Why did Henry realize he didn't have enough money to buy a cowhide football?
Why did Henry realize he didn't have enough money to buy a cowhide football?
What surprised Henry about the cowhide football that Scooter brought?
What surprised Henry about the cowhide football that Scooter brought?
Where did the boys play catch with the new football to avoid hitting the trees?
Where did the boys play catch with the new football to avoid hitting the trees?
What sound did the football make when thrown, indicating its quality?
What sound did the football make when thrown, indicating its quality?
What did Henry initially want to keep in his fishbowl before Mr. Pennycuff explained the requirements for its care?
What did Henry initially want to keep in his fishbowl before Mr. Pennycuff explained the requirements for its care?
What did Henry's father offer to buy him if Henry bought the thermostat for the fish tank?
What did Henry's father offer to buy him if Henry bought the thermostat for the fish tank?
Why did Henry find catfish to be an ideal choice for him?
Why did Henry find catfish to be an ideal choice for him?
How much did Henry sell his guppies for at the pet shop?
How much did Henry sell his guppies for at the pet shop?
What did Henry realize about his savings when he wanted to buy a cowhide football?
What did Henry realize about his savings when he wanted to buy a cowhide football?
What did Henry want to buy but decided against it due to Ribsy's potential to chase them?
What did Henry want to buy but decided against it due to Ribsy's potential to chase them?
Who does Henry notice catching worms with a flashlight and a jar on his lawn?
Who does Henry notice catching worms with a flashlight and a jar on his lawn?
What does Mr. Grumbie use the night crawlers for?
What does Mr. Grumbie use the night crawlers for?
How much does Mr. Grumbie pay Henry for each night crawler caught?
How much does Mr. Grumbie pay Henry for each night crawler caught?
How many worms does Henry catch for Mr. Grumbie?
How many worms does Henry catch for Mr. Grumbie?
How much does Mr. Grumbie pay Henry for the 62 worms?
How much does Mr. Grumbie pay Henry for the 62 worms?
What does Henry need to catch enough worms for Mr. Grumbie's fishing trip?
What does Henry need to catch enough worms for Mr. Grumbie's fishing trip?
What does Henry consider doing to catch more worms?
What does Henry consider doing to catch more worms?
What does Henry worry about regarding other kids and worm-catching?
What does Henry worry about regarding other kids and worm-catching?
What does Henry wish for to catch millions of worms?
What does Henry wish for to catch millions of worms?
What potential worm-catching area does Henry contemplate?
What potential worm-catching area does Henry contemplate?
What does the story highlight about Henry?
What does the story highlight about Henry?
What does Henry realize he needs to catch enough worms?
What does Henry realize he needs to catch enough worms?
Who is accused of losing the football, and what does he offer as compensation for it?
Who is accused of losing the football, and what does he offer as compensation for it?
What are some of the ways Henry considers to earn money for a new football?
What are some of the ways Henry considers to earn money for a new football?
What is the amount of money Henry needs to afford a new football?
What is the amount of money Henry needs to afford a new football?
Who catches Henry's attention by turning off the water sprinkler?
Who catches Henry's attention by turning off the water sprinkler?
What does the text set the stage for?
What does the text set the stage for?
What does the text portray about Henry?
What does the text portray about Henry?
What does Henry feel troubled about after the football incident?
What does Henry feel troubled about after the football incident?
What does Henry realize about his ideas to earn money?
What does Henry realize about his ideas to earn money?
What does Henry reflect on about Mr. Grumbie and Mrs. Grumbie?
What does Henry reflect on about Mr. Grumbie and Mrs. Grumbie?
What does Henry feel after considering various ways to earn money?
What does Henry feel after considering various ways to earn money?
What does Scooter threaten to do if Henry doesn't meet his demands?
What does Scooter threaten to do if Henry doesn't meet his demands?
What does Henry reluctantly agree to do after the incident with the football?
What does Henry reluctantly agree to do after the incident with the football?
How many guppies did Henry have to move from the jars?
How many guppies did Henry have to move from the jars?
Who offered Henry $7 worth of items in his store for the guppies?
Who offered Henry $7 worth of items in his store for the guppies?
Where did Henry decide to take his fish back to?
Where did Henry decide to take his fish back to?
Who went with Henry to the pet shop to return the guppies?
Who went with Henry to the pet shop to return the guppies?
What did Henry reluctantly give away his guppies for?
What did Henry reluctantly give away his guppies for?
How many lugs of apricots did Mrs. Huggins get?
How many lugs of apricots did Mrs. Huggins get?
What did Henry realize he had to do with all his guppies?
What did Henry realize he had to do with all his guppies?
Who called Beezus after taking one guppy?
Who called Beezus after taking one guppy?
What did Henry's father agree to do for him in relation to the guppies?
What did Henry's father agree to do for him in relation to the guppies?
What did Mary Jane's mother think about Henry's guppies?
What did Mary Jane's mother think about Henry's guppies?
Who took one guppy from Henry?
Who took one guppy from Henry?
What did Mr. Pennycuff offer instead of money for the guppies?
What did Mr. Pennycuff offer instead of money for the guppies?
What did Henry hope to accomplish by going to the park at night with a flashlight and mayonnaise jars?
What did Henry hope to accomplish by going to the park at night with a flashlight and mayonnaise jars?
How many worms did Henry catch at the park?
How many worms did Henry catch at the park?
What did Henry plan to do with the worms he caught at the park?
What did Henry plan to do with the worms he caught at the park?
What was Henry's motive for catching the worms at the park?
What was Henry's motive for catching the worms at the park?
What is the name of Henry's dog in the story?
What is the name of Henry's dog in the story?
What event is Henry waiting for at the school auditorium?
What event is Henry waiting for at the school auditorium?
Who are altering Easter bunny costumes into polar bear costumes for the show?
Who are altering Easter bunny costumes into polar bear costumes for the show?
What mishap occurs when Ribsy accidentally enters the auditorium?
What mishap occurs when Ribsy accidentally enters the auditorium?
Who is the teacher that discovers Ribsy's presence and asks for him to be removed?
Who is the teacher that discovers Ribsy's presence and asks for him to be removed?
What does the incident with Ribsy lead to among the students and teachers?
What does the incident with Ribsy lead to among the students and teachers?
What unexpected turn of events does Henry try to reassure everyone despite?
What unexpected turn of events does Henry try to reassure everyone despite?
What is the name of the stage crew member who is busy with different tasks?
What is the name of the stage crew member who is busy with different tasks?
What does Ribsy do to prove his intelligence?
What does Ribsy do to prove his intelligence?
What is the primary focus of the story?
What is the primary focus of the story?
What is the teacher, Miss Roop, busy with in the auditorium?
What is the teacher, Miss Roop, busy with in the auditorium?
What does Ribsy's unexpected entrance into the auditorium lead to?
What does Ribsy's unexpected entrance into the auditorium lead to?
Who does Henry want to buy a football for by catching worms?
Who does Henry want to buy a football for by catching worms?
How much money does Henry earn from selling the worms to Mr. Grumbie?
How much money does Henry earn from selling the worms to Mr. Grumbie?
What does Henry hope for despite his father's prediction of a green Christmas?
What does Henry hope for despite his father's prediction of a green Christmas?
What is the title of the Christmas operetta mentioned in the text?
What is the title of the Christmas operetta mentioned in the text?
Who returns Scooter's lost football to Henry?
Who returns Scooter's lost football to Henry?
What does the story depict about Henry's determination and excitement?
What does the story depict about Henry's determination and excitement?
What does Miss Roop tell the class about, which Henry finds unappealing?
What does Miss Roop tell the class about, which Henry finds unappealing?
What does the text provide insight into regarding Henry?
What does the text provide insight into regarding Henry?
Who joins Henry in catching worms to help him fulfill his promise to Scooter?
Who joins Henry in catching worms to help him fulfill his promise to Scooter?
What does the story highlight about Henry's relationships?
What does the story highlight about Henry's relationships?
What does Henry recall about his past experiences in school plays?
What does Henry recall about his past experiences in school plays?
What does Henry rush to do after getting the football back?
What does Henry rush to do after getting the football back?
What struggles does Henry face when using the typewriter?
What struggles does Henry face when using the typewriter?
How does Henry try to excuse himself from a play, and what is the outcome?
How does Henry try to excuse himself from a play, and what is the outcome?
What does Henry do during rehearsals to try to avoid his role in the play?
What does Henry do during rehearsals to try to avoid his role in the play?
How does Henry's teacher respond to his behavior during rehearsals?
How does Henry's teacher respond to his behavior during rehearsals?
How does Henry feel about his role in the play?
How does Henry feel about his role in the play?
What pressure does Henry feel related to the play, and how is he treated by his classmates?
What pressure does Henry feel related to the play, and how is he treated by his classmates?
What embarrassing gift does Henry receive from his mother for his role in the play?
What embarrassing gift does Henry receive from his mother for his role in the play?
What is Henry's attitude towards the play as it approaches?
What is Henry's attitude towards the play as it approaches?
What does Henry look forward to amidst the play-related stress?
What does Henry look forward to amidst the play-related stress?
How do Henry's classmates' reactions to the snow differ based on their involvement in the play?
How do Henry's classmates' reactions to the snow differ based on their involvement in the play?
What role is Henry given in the school operetta?
What role is Henry given in the school operetta?
What are some of the concerns Henry has about his role in the operetta?
What are some of the concerns Henry has about his role in the operetta?
Who are some of the classmates who tease Henry about his role?
Who are some of the classmates who tease Henry about his role?
What gives Henry an idea to deal with his role in the operetta?
What gives Henry an idea to deal with his role in the operetta?
Why does Henry decide not to tell his parents about the operetta?
Why does Henry decide not to tell his parents about the operetta?
What is a central theme driving Henry's actions and thoughts throughout the story?
What is a central theme driving Henry's actions and thoughts throughout the story?
What do Henry's interactions with his classmates illustrate?
What do Henry's interactions with his classmates illustrate?
What are some of the emotions captured in the text regarding Henry's predicament?
What are some of the emotions captured in the text regarding Henry's predicament?
What does the text portray about Henry's struggles with his role in the operetta?
What does the text portray about Henry's struggles with his role in the operetta?
What are some of the ways Henry tries to avoid his role as Timmy?
What are some of the ways Henry tries to avoid his role as Timmy?
What does Henry observe his mother doing while he thinks about his predicament?
What does Henry observe his mother doing while he thinks about his predicament?
Who does Henry try to convince about the importance of his role?
Who does Henry try to convince about the importance of his role?
What prizes did Henry see on the table in Ring 3, and what did he think about the silver cup?
What prizes did Henry see on the table in Ring 3, and what did he think about the silver cup?
What idea did Henry have to cover up the dirt on Ribsy, and why did he think it would work?
What idea did Henry have to cover up the dirt on Ribsy, and why did he think it would work?
What entertainment was announced over the loudspeaker, and how did the children react?
What entertainment was announced over the loudspeaker, and how did the children react?
What did Henry notice some of the boys had brought, and what did he wish he had thought to bring?
What did Henry notice some of the boys had brought, and what did he wish he had thought to bring?
Who does Henry practice tumbling with and feeds his catfish after the dog show?
Who does Henry practice tumbling with and feeds his catfish after the dog show?
What does Ribsy growl at as Henry and Robert practice tumbling?
What does Ribsy growl at as Henry and Robert practice tumbling?
Where do Henry and Robert decide to go after Ribsy growls at them during tumbling practice?
Where do Henry and Robert decide to go after Ribsy growls at them during tumbling practice?
Who do Henry and Robert find at Beezus's house pretending to be a cat?
Who do Henry and Robert find at Beezus's house pretending to be a cat?
What do the boys watch as the girls tie from a tree to a bush?
What do the boys watch as the girls tie from a tree to a bush?
What do Henry and Robert make fun of the girls' attempt to do?
What do Henry and Robert make fun of the girls' attempt to do?
Who rides by on his bicycle, showing off by riding with no hands, and then falls?
Who rides by on his bicycle, showing off by riding with no hands, and then falls?
Who demands that the boys leave her property after a quarrel ensues?
Who demands that the boys leave her property after a quarrel ensues?
Who tries to defend himself after falling off his bicycle?
Who tries to defend himself after falling off his bicycle?
How does the interaction end between the children and Beezus?
How does the interaction end between the children and Beezus?
What does Beezus tell Henry to do during their argument?
What does Beezus tell Henry to do during their argument?
What does Henry fill a silver cup with for Ribsy at the beginning of the text?
What does Henry fill a silver cup with for Ribsy at the beginning of the text?
What prize does Henry win at the dog show?
What prize does Henry win at the dog show?
Why is Henry puzzled that Ribsy is not asked to leave the ring despite misbehaving?
Why is Henry puzzled that Ribsy is not asked to leave the ring despite misbehaving?
What causes chaos and embarrassment for Henry during the dog show?
What causes chaos and embarrassment for Henry during the dog show?
What theme does the story highlight?
What theme does the story highlight?
What is the primary focus of the narrative?
What is the primary focus of the narrative?
What does the story capture about dog shows?
What does the story capture about dog shows?
What does Henry boast about regarding Ribsy and Rags?
What does Henry boast about regarding Ribsy and Rags?
What does the story illustrate about Henry and Ribsy's relationship?
What does the story illustrate about Henry and Ribsy's relationship?
What is the genre of the story 'Ribsy'?
What is the genre of the story 'Ribsy'?
What does the judge award Henry for at the dog show?
What does the judge award Henry for at the dog show?
What is the outcome of the dog show for Henry and Ribsy?
What is the outcome of the dog show for Henry and Ribsy?
What is the central theme driving Henry's actions and thoughts throughout the story?
What is the central theme driving Henry's actions and thoughts throughout the story?
What does Henry want Ribsy to win at the dog show?
What does Henry want Ribsy to win at the dog show?
What does Henry mistakenly use to groom Ribsy?
What does Henry mistakenly use to groom Ribsy?
How does Ribsy's fur appear after Henry's grooming mishap?
How does Ribsy's fur appear after Henry's grooming mishap?
What unusual behavior does Ribsy exhibit at the dog show?
What unusual behavior does Ribsy exhibit at the dog show?
How does the judge react to Ribsy's appearance and behavior?
How does the judge react to Ribsy's appearance and behavior?
What does Henry feel as a result of Ribsy's antics at the dog show?
What does Henry feel as a result of Ribsy's antics at the dog show?
Who does the judge select to stay in the ring during judging?
Who does the judge select to stay in the ring during judging?
What does Henry plan to do after the dog show?
What does Henry plan to do after the dog show?
What does the story highlight about Henry's efforts for the dog show?
What does the story highlight about Henry's efforts for the dog show?
What does the narrative capture about participating in a dog show with a mischievous pet?
What does the narrative capture about participating in a dog show with a mischievous pet?
What does Henry plan to do with Ribsy after the show?
What does Henry plan to do with Ribsy after the show?
What does Henry hope Ribsy will win at the dog show?
What does Henry hope Ribsy will win at the dog show?
What are the main themes highlighted in 'The Dog Dilemma on Klickitat Street'?
What are the main themes highlighted in 'The Dog Dilemma on Klickitat Street'?
What is the dilemma that Henry and the strange boy face regarding Ribsy?
What is the dilemma that Henry and the strange boy face regarding Ribsy?
How does the strange boy claim to be connected to Ribsy?
How does the strange boy claim to be connected to Ribsy?
What offer does the boy make to Henry regarding Ribsy's expenses, and how does Henry respond?
What offer does the boy make to Henry regarding Ribsy's expenses, and how does Henry respond?
What contrasting claims are made by the boy and Henry about their relationship with Ribsy?
What contrasting claims are made by the boy and Henry about their relationship with Ribsy?
What rule does Mary Jane invoke during the argument about who should keep Ribsy?
What rule does Mary Jane invoke during the argument about who should keep Ribsy?
How does the story end regarding the ownership of Ribsy?
How does the story end regarding the ownership of Ribsy?
What concepts does the story touch upon regarding the decision of who should keep a beloved animal?
What concepts does the story touch upon regarding the decision of who should keep a beloved animal?
What significant impact did finding Ribsy have on Henry's life?
What significant impact did finding Ribsy have on Henry's life?
What emotions and connections are highlighted in the story regarding the relationship between a boy and his beloved dog?
What emotions and connections are highlighted in the story regarding the relationship between a boy and his beloved dog?
How do Henry and his friends argue for keeping Ribsy with Henry?
How do Henry and his friends argue for keeping Ribsy with Henry?
What does the story reveal about the conflicting emotions and attachments between the characters and Ribsy?
What does the story reveal about the conflicting emotions and attachments between the characters and Ribsy?
Flashcards
Henry's makeshift carrier
Henry's makeshift carrier
Henry uses a shopping bag and paper to carry Ribsy on the bus after being denied entry with a box.
Who is Scooter?
Who is Scooter?
A fellow student on the bus who discovers Ribsy in Henry's bag and teases him.
Henry's guppy dilemma
Henry's guppy dilemma
Henry faces the problem of having too many guppies after they reproduce.
Who is Mr. Pennycuff?
Who is Mr. Pennycuff?
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Henry's operetta role
Henry's operetta role
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Who is Mary Jane?
Who is Mary Jane?
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The Dog Dilemma
The Dog Dilemma
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The strange boy
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Study Notes
Henry and Ribsy's Journey Home
- Henry struggles to carry a heavy box containing Ribsy, his dog, to take him home on a bus
- The bus driver refuses to allow Ribsy on the bus in the box, leading to Ribsy escaping and causing chaos
- Henry improvises by using a shopping bag and paper to create a makeshift carrier for Ribsy
- Despite challenges, Henry manages to get Ribsy onto the bus unnoticed by the driver
- Scooter, a fellow student, becomes curious about the bag and teases Henry, leading to Ribsy escaping from the bag
- The passengers on the bus are surprised to see Ribsy, causing a commotion
- Ribsy's presence on the bus creates chaos and draws attention from other passengers
- The bus driver and passengers react with surprise and laughter upon realizing Ribsy is just a dog
- Despite the chaos, Henry is relieved that Ribsy is on the bus and on his way home
- The incident with Ribsy on the bus adds humor and adventure to the story
- The story highlights Henry's determination and ingenuity in finding a way to bring Ribsy home
- The text captures the challenges and humor of a boy's attempt to transport his beloved dog on a bus
Henry's Dilemma with Guppies
- Mary Jane’s mother was particular, and Henry had too many guppies
- Beezus took one guppy, and Ramona called her Beezus
- Mrs. Huggins got three lugs of apricots and asked Henry for jars
- Henry had too many guppies in jars and had to move them
- Henry realized he had to get rid of all his guppies
- Henry decided to take his fish back to the Lucky Dog Pet Shop
- Henry's father agreed to take him to the pet shop to return the guppies
- Mr. Pennycuff was surprised to see so many guppies and offered Henry $7 worth of items in his store
- Henry reluctantly gave away his guppies for store credit
- Henry's father and Ribsy went with him to the pet shop
- Mr. Pennycuff had not had any guppies in his store since the sale
- Mr. Pennycuff valued the guppies at $7 and offered store credit instead of money
Henry Huggins' Dilemma with His Role in the School Operetta
- Miss Roop assigns roles for the school operetta, and Henry is given the part of Timmy, a little boy who dreams the whole story.
- Henry is embarrassed and desperately tries to find a way out of playing Timmy, feeling it is worse than being teased for his previous role as Sir Cuspid.
- He worries about wearing pajamas, receiving a good-night kiss, and standing on stage in front of the whole school, especially as he is to be kissed by an eighth-grade girl playing his mother.
- Henry tries to come up with ways to avoid the part, such as growing fast enough to outgrow it or pretending to be sick, but nothing seems to work.
- His classmates, including Beezus, Robert, and Scooter, tease him about his role, calling him "Little Boy" and chanting, "Henry is a Little Boy."
- Mary Jane, who is assigned the role of the Dancing Doll, proudly talks about her costume, and this gives Henry an idea.
- Henry tries to convince Scooter that his role as Timmy is important and that Scooter is just jealous, but this does not work.
- Henry decides not to tell his parents about the operetta until he can work things out, as he fears missing out on snow-related activities if he is forced to stay in after school for rehearsals.
- He observes his mother typing a letter while he fixes himself a snack in the kitchen, and he continues to ponder his predicament.
- Henry's determination to find a way out of his role as Timmy in the operetta is a central theme, driving his actions and thoughts throughout the story.
- The text captures Henry's embarrassment, desperation, and determination as he grapples with the prospect of playing a role he finds humiliating.
- Henry's interactions with his classmates, particularly their teasing and his attempts to assert the importance of his role, illustrate the social dynamics and pressures he faces in the school environment.
The Dog Dilemma on Klickitat Street
- A group of children, including Henry and his friends, argue over whether Ribsy, Henry's dog, should stay with him or be taken by a stranger.
- A strange boy appears, claiming to be Ribsy's original owner and showing a newspaper clipping of Ribsy at a dog show.
- The boy explains that Ribsy ran away from him when he went to Scout Camp, and that Ribsy was heartbroken and lonely.
- Henry and his friends argue that Ribsy has been well-cared for by Henry and is a popular neighborhood dog.
- The boy offers Henry money to help with Ribsy's expenses over the past year, but Henry refuses to part with his dog.
- The boy claims that he raised Ribsy from a puppy and that his family misses him, while Henry emphasizes that he found Ribsy when he was thin and collarless.
- Ribsy shows affection to both Henry and the boy, causing a dilemma as they both claim ownership and affection for him.
- The children continue to argue about who should keep Ribsy, with Mary Jane invoking the "finders keepers, losers weepers" rule.
- Henry expresses how much Ribsy means to him and how nothing exciting had ever happened to him before finding Ribsy.
- The story ends with Henry and the boy still at an impasse, both wanting to keep Ribsy, who shows affection to both of them.
- The text highlights themes of loyalty, friendship, and ownership, as well as the emotional connection between a boy and his beloved dog.
- The story also touches on the concept of responsibility for a pet and the difficulties of deciding who should keep a beloved animal.
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