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What did Jody feel about having Mill-wheel with him?

  • He wanted help finding the fawn
  • He felt indifferent about it
  • Excited to share the experience
  • Unwilling to have him around (correct)

Jody felt confident about quickly finding the fawn.

False (B)

What happened to the doe?

It was killed, and its carcass was left for the buzzards.

What did Jody's father use to draw out the poison from the rattlesnake bite?

<p>The heart and liver of a doe (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _____ sat in a circle around the carcass of the doe.

<p>buzzards</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which animal did Jody find tracks from in the sand?

<p>Big cats (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jody was not worried about the fawn left without a mother.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jody want to do with the fawn he is worried about?

<p>He wants to find it and raise it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jody took the horse to search for the fawn in the thick scrub.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jody throw at the buzzards?

<p>A bough</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jody's father referred to the rattlesnake incident as a _______ shave.

<p>close</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their meanings:

<p>dilated = enlarged hemmed in = caught in a situation a close shave = a narrow escape kept your head = stayed calm in a difficult situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Buzzard = A large bird that eats dead animals Bearing = A direction used for navigation Scrub = Thick underbrush or vegetation Fawn = A young deer</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Jody react to his father's condition after the snake bite?

<p>He expressed concern. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Penny was completely unaware of Jody's plans for the fawn.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jody say to his father when he first approached him?

<p>He asked, 'How are you feeling, Pa?'</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why didn’t the fawn follow Jody up the steps?

<p>It did not trust Jody. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Penny Baxter was against Jody finding the fawn.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Doc Wilson mean when he says, 'Nothing in the world ever comes quite free'?

<p>Every responsibility or action has its consequences or costs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jody felt a sense of _____ after he accepted the responsibility for taking care of the fawn.

<p>responsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each character with their respective reactions or statements regarding the fawn.

<p>Penny Baxter = Supports Jody's decision Jody's mother = Is worried about the fawn Doc Wilson = Teaches Jody about consequences The fawn = Is hesitant to follow Jody</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Jody's mother react when he mentioned bringing the fawn home?

<p>She was worried and expressed concern. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jody had no issues with the fawn accepting him.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What types of verbs are used in the sentences provided (transitive or intransitive)? Provide the classification for 'He picked it up.'

<p>Transitive</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jody's father need in order to save his life?

<p>The doe's liver (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jody is trying to leave the fawn to starve because he believes it is ungrateful.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jody want to bring the fawn home?

<p>He believes it would be ungrateful to leave it to starve.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jody recognized the fawn was male because the spots were in a __________.

<p>line</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the characters with their actions:

<p>Jody = Wants to find the fawn Mill-wheel = Agrees to help Jody Doc Wilson = Supports Jody's decision Ma Baxter = Expresses concern about the trip</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Ma Baxter's initial reaction to Jody wanting to find the fawn?

<p>Helplessness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jody was confident he would be back before dinner.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jody and Mill-wheel plan to do together?

<p>They planned to ride back to find the fawn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the person do after lifting the fawn?

<p>He pushed through the thicket. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The fawn was able to walk freely without any obstacles.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the person's reaction when the fawn looked at him and bleated?

<p>He felt enchanted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The character felt _______ with joy when the fawn decided to follow him.

<p>light-headed</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following emotions with their descriptions.

<p>Enchanted = Feeling of great fascination or delight Light-headed = Feeling dizzy or euphoric Afraid = Feeling fear or apprehension Willing = Ready to act or comply</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the person remember about carrying a fawn?

<p>A fawn will follow if it has not been carried. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The distance home felt long and tiring for the person.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the person feel about the fawn's willingness to follow him?

<p>He felt joy and a sense of ownership.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jody do to get the fawn into the house?

<p>Carried the fawn in his arms (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jody's father was happy when he saw the fawn.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jody initially do with the fawn when he arrived at the kitchen?

<p>Jody held out milk to the fawn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The fawn butted at the _____ when it smelled the milk.

<p>gourd</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match Jody's actions with their descriptions:

<p>Carrying the fawn = Brought the fawn into the house Dipping fingers in milk = Fed the fawn directly Putting down the fawn = Struggled with the latch Skimming cream = Prepared milk for the fawn</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the fawn react when Jody withdrew his fingers from its mouth?

<p>It bleated frantically (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jody felt ecstasy as the fawn drank milk from his fingers.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the last of the milk that Jody fed to the fawn?

<p>The last of the milk vanished in a swirl of foam and gurgling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Dilated pupils

Pupils that are enlarged, indicating a possible problem in a person's body.

Close shave

A narrow escape from a dangerous situation.

Kept your head

Staying calm and thinking clearly in a difficult situation.

Hemmed in

Trapped or stuck in a difficult situation with no easy escape.

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Fawn

A baby deer.

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Doe

A female deer.

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Rattlesnake

A type of snake known for its rattle at the end of its tail and venomous bite.

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Home Remedies

Traditional treatments for minor ailments using elements found at home.

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How did the doe save Penny?

The doe's liver was used to draw out the poison that had made Penny sick.

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Why does Jody want to bring the fawn home?

Jody wants to bring the fawn home because he feels it would be ungrateful to leave it to starve after they killed its mother.

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How does Jody know the fawn is male?

Jody knows the fawn is male because the spots on its fur are in a line. On a female fawn, the spots are scattered.

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What was the poison that made Penny sick?

The poison that made Penny sick was unknown, but it was severe enough to require a cure.

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What does Jody want to do?

Jody wants to go back to the spot where they killed the doe and try to find the fawn.

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What does Mill-wheel offer to do?

Mill-wheel offers to help Jody find the fawn.

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What does Jody's mother offer to do?

Jody's mother offers to feed the fawn with milk if they can bring it back.

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What is the main conflict of the story?

The main conflict of the story is Jody's desire to help the fawn, even though his father killed its mother.

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Buzzards and carrion birds

Buzzards are large birds that feed on the carcasses of dead animals, known as carrion. They often gather in circles around dead animals, waiting to eat.

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Adjacent

Adjacent means nearby or close to something else.

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Parted the grass

Jody pushed aside the grass with his hands to look for the fawn. This means he moved the grass to see what was underneath.

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Bearing

A bearing is a direction or a line of sight used for navigation.

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Making a bearing

Jody used the tall pine tree as a landmark to find his way back. By remembering the location of the pine, he could orient himself.

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The scrub is very thick

The bushes and small trees in the area are so dense that it's difficult for a horse to pass through.

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He cut to the right

Jody changed his direction and turned right.

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The sand showed large cat prints

The tracks of a big cat were visible in the sand. This means the cat had been hunting recently.

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Direct Speech

When someone's exact words are written or spoken, enclosed in quotation marks.

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Reported Speech

When someone's words are reported indirectly, without using quotation marks.

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Intransitive Verb

A verb that does not have a direct object. It describes an action but doesn't tell us what the action is done to.

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Transitive Verb

A verb that has a direct object. It describes an action done to something or someone.

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Why Jody wants to bring the fawn home

Jody feels obligated to care for the fawn after they killed its mother.

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Penny's Reaction to Jody's Plan

Penny is initially hesitant, fearing the fawn could be a burden.

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Jody Looking After the Fawn

Jody shows dedication, learning to feed and care for the fawn.

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Doc Wilson's Meaning

Even seemingly free things have a cost, whether it's effort, time, or resources.

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Why did Jody feel responsible for the fawn?

Jody felt a sense of responsibility for the fawn because he witnessed his father kill its mother, and he believed it would be wrong to leave it to starve.

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What effect did carrying the fawn have on Jody?

Carrying the fawn transformed Jody. It awakened a sense of protectiveness and joy, forging a bond between them and making him feel light-headed with happiness.

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What was Jody's initial fear about the fawn?

Jody was afraid the fawn might kick, bleat, or smell like its mother and attract unwanted attention while he carried it through the woods.

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How did the fawn's behavior change?

The fawn initially resisted following Jody but eventually became dependent on him, crying piteously when left alone and willingly following him.

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What made Jody believe the fawn belonged to him?

Jody believed the fawn belonged to him because, after being separated, it cried and followed him, making him feel like it had chosen him, and they were connected.

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What is a key aspect of Jody's relationship with the fawn?

Jody's relationship with the fawn is marked by a deep sense of responsibility, protectiveness, and affection, blurring the lines between caring for an animal and a strong emotional bond.

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What does Jody's father's statement reveal?

Jody's father's statement about a fawn following a carrier suggests the cultural knowledge of the time and a belief that animals can become dependent on those who handle them.

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How does the setting contribute to the story?

The tranquil setting of the June morning, with its clear sky and light breeze, contributes to the peaceful and idyllic tone of Jody's experience with the fawn, magnifying the emotional impact.

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Jody's Emotion

Jody felt a strong sense of compassion and concern for the fawn, showing empathy even though he was responsible for its mother's death. This can be seen in the way he cared for the fawn, his bright eyes, and his statement 'I'm glad you found him.'

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Fawn's Milk Preference

While the fawn could smell the milk, it initially struggled to drink from the gourd. However, when Jody dipped his fingers into the milk and let the fawn suck on them, it learned to consume the milk.

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The Fawn's Reaction

The fawn displayed signs of contentment and joy when it finally drank the milk. It closed its eyes, bleated with satisfaction, and flicked its tail back and forth.

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Jody's Compassion

Jody's willingness to care for the fawn despite the fact that he was responsible for its mother's death highlights a theme of compassion and empathy.

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Fawn's Survival

The fawn was left vulnerable after its mother's death, and Jody's actions were crucial in ensuring its survival. He provided nourishment and comfort, allowing the fawn to thrive.

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Fawn's Dependence

The fawn, being an infant, exhibited its dependency on Jody for feeding and care, highlighting the fragility and vulnerability of young animals.

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Fawn's Contentment

The fawn's contentment and satisfaction, expressed through its physical actions and behavior, showcase the basic and simple joys of being nourished and taken care of.

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Fawn's Dependence

The fawn's contentment and satisfaction, expressed through its physical actions and behavior, showcase the basic and simple joys of being nourished and taken care of.

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Study Notes

Jody's Fawn Story Summary

  • Jody's father was bitten by a rattlesnake.
  • Jody's father used the heart and liver of a doe to draw out the poison.
  • Jody was concerned about the fawn, which was now without a mother.
  • He decided to find the fawn to care for it.
  • Jody's father was recovering from a close encounter with death.

Home Remedies

  • People often use home remedies for minor cuts, burns, and bee stings.
  • Examples of home remedies are not specified.

Penny's Words

  • Penny, Jody's mother, expressed pride in Jody's actions.
  • Penny said Jody kept his head and did what was needed.
  • Jody went to find the fawn.
  • He found the fawn, but it appeared weak or distressed.

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