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What method did Jody's father use to treat the rattlesnake bite?
What method did Jody's father use to treat the rattlesnake bite?
Jody is unsure about the fate of the fawn left without its mother.
Jody is unsure about the fate of the fawn left without its mother.
True
What does Jody want to do with the fawn?
What does Jody want to do with the fawn?
He wants to find it and raise it.
Jody's father said he was ___________ of how Jody acted during the crisis.
Jody's father said he was ___________ of how Jody acted during the crisis.
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Match the characters with their actions:
Match the characters with their actions:
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Jody's father was saved by the doe's liver.
Jody's father was saved by the doe's liver.
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How does Jody know that the fawn is a male?
How does Jody know that the fawn is a male?
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Jody's mother initially ________ when he mentions the fawn.
Jody's mother initially ________ when he mentions the fawn.
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Match the characters with their roles in the story:
Match the characters with their roles in the story:
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Why did Jody not want Mill-wheel with him?
Why did Jody not want Mill-wheel with him?
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Mill-wheel felt comfortable leaving Jody alone.
Mill-wheel felt comfortable leaving Jody alone.
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What emotion did Jody feel when he touched the fawn?
What emotion did Jody feel when he touched the fawn?
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The fawn's skin was very soft and __________.
The fawn's skin was very soft and __________.
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Match the following terms with their meanings:
Match the following terms with their meanings:
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Study Notes
Jody's Fawn - Story Summary
- A young boy, Jody, finds a fawn orphaned after his father, who was bitten by a rattlesnake, killed the doe.
- Jody, after comforting his father, goes to find the fawn, seeking to care for it
- He decides that he will take care of a fawn, and decides to care for it and raise it
- Jody's mom is initially concerned about the situation.
- Jody makes sure all steps are taken care of to raise the fawn properly through caring for any needs, and taking steps to keep it safe from harm.
- Jody successfully raises the fawn.
Home Remedies
- Instead of rushing to the doctor, the story highlights using home remedies for minor injuries such as cuts, burns, or bee stings.
- The story presents an example using a doe's heart and liver to cure a rattlesnake bite.
Comprehension Check
- Jody's father is bitten by a rattlesnake.
- The doe sacrificed herself to save Jody's father.
- Jody wants to bring the fawn home to care for it.
- The fawn is male, identified by its spots.
Characters
- Jody: The young boy who takes care of the fawn
- Penny: Jody's mother
- Mill-wheel: A person who helps Jody.
- Doc Wilson: A character that gives advice.
Vocabulary
- Dilated: Enlarged (pupils of the eyes)
- Close shave: A narrow escape from danger
- Kept his head: Remained calm in a difficult situation
- Sidled: Walked quietly, trying not to be noticed.
- Buzzards: Large birds that feed on dead animals.
- Adjacent: Nearby
- Parted: Moved or pushed aside
- Quivering: Shaking slightly
- Delirious: Extremely excited
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Test your understanding of 'Jody's Fawn' with this quiz. It covers key events and themes from the story, including Jody's compassion for the fawn and the use of home remedies. Answer questions about the characters and their decisions as they navigate challenges in the narrative.
