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What did Jody's father use to draw out the poison from the rattlesnake bite?
What did Jody's father use to draw out the poison from the rattlesnake bite?
Jody was anxious and unable to think about the fawn after his father's accident.
Jody was anxious and unable to think about the fawn after his father's accident.
False
What does Jody want to do with the fawn he is worried about?
What does Jody want to do with the fawn he is worried about?
He wants to find it and raise it.
Jody's father describes the event as a ______ shave.
Jody's father describes the event as a ______ shave.
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Match the following terms with their meanings:
Match the following terms with their meanings:
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What does Jody plan to bring home?
What does Jody plan to bring home?
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Jody's father saved his life by using the doe's liver.
Jody's father saved his life by using the doe's liver.
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What did Jody's mother express when he told her about the fawn?
What did Jody's mother express when he told her about the fawn?
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Jody knew the fawn was a male because its spots were all in a __________.
Jody knew the fawn was a male because its spots were all in a __________.
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Match the characters with their actions:
Match the characters with their actions:
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Study Notes
Jody's Fawn - Study Notes
- Home Remedies: Quick cures for minor injuries often use household items instead of a doctor.
- Jody's Father: Bitten by a rattlesnake, Jody's father used a fawn's heart and liver in an attempt to draw out the poison.
- Penny's Condition: Jody's father was in a critical condition, with dilated pupils and a close escape from death.
- Fawn's Fate: Jody was concerned about the fawn left without its mother.
- Jody's Decision: Jody decided to find the fawn, believing it would be ungrateful if it were left to starve.
- Finding the Fawn: Jody, with Mill-wheel's help, went to look for the fawn, but it proved impossible to find.
- Buzzards: Buzzards were seen scavenging the dead doe, making it harder for Jody to find a faint's trace.
- Faun's Condition: The fawn was found weak, not able to move, and in a state of apparent shock.
- Jody's Care: Jody carried the fawn home, fed it milk, and looked after it lovingly.
Comprehension Check - Study Notes
- Jody's Father: His father was bitten by a rattlesnake.
- Doe's Act: The doe sacrificed itself to save Jody's father.
- Fawn's Home: Jody sought to bring the fawn home because it had no mother.
- Sex of Fawn: Jody's observation of the fawn's spots indicated it was male.
- Fear of Losing Fawn: Jody was unwilling to share his joy for fear of the fawn's loss.
- The Fawn's Response: The fawn responded joyfully to Jody's care, showing that it was grateful.
Additional Study Points
- Vocabulary: Note key terms and their meanings (e.g., "dilated," "close shave").
- Character Development: Explore how Jody's character changes throughout the story.
- Themes: Consider themes like responsibility, gratitude, and the bond between humans and animals.
- Story Structure: Recognizing the different plot points and how they build the narrative.
- Author's Message: Exploring possible messages the author intends to convey towards the reader.
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Explore the key themes and events surrounding Jody's care for a fawn in this insightful study. From home remedies employed by Jody's father to the emotional struggles faced by Jody, this material covers pivotal moments in their lives. Delve into the relationship between humans and nature as reflected in Jody's determined effort to save the fawn.
