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How does Billy help his father in Chapter 3?
How does Billy help his father in Chapter 3?
Working in the fields with him.
What does Billy find at the abandoned campsite?
What does Billy find at the abandoned campsite?
Sportsman's magazine.
What is significant about what Billy finds at the campsite?
What is significant about what Billy finds at the campsite?
Contains an ad for hound puppies.
How much money does Billy need to earn to purchase two hound puppies?
How much money does Billy need to earn to purchase two hound puppies?
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What does Billy use as a piggy bank?
What does Billy use as a piggy bank?
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Which of the following is NOT a way Billy earns money for the puppies?
Which of the following is NOT a way Billy earns money for the puppies?
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What secret does Billy's grandfather keep for him?
What secret does Billy's grandfather keep for him?
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How old is Billy when he finally has enough money to buy the puppies?
How old is Billy when he finally has enough money to buy the puppies?
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How does Billy's grandfather react when Billy shows him the money he has saved?
How does Billy's grandfather react when Billy shows him the money he has saved?
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Which of the following is NOT something Billy's grandfather agrees to do to help the boy purchase the puppies?
Which of the following is NOT something Billy's grandfather agrees to do to help the boy purchase the puppies?
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How does Billy plan on paying his grandfather for the bag of candy he gets from his store?
How does Billy plan on paying his grandfather for the bag of candy he gets from his store?
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What does Billy do with the bag of candy from his grandfather's store?
What does Billy do with the bag of candy from his grandfather's store?
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Study Notes
Chapter 3 Key Events and Concepts
- Billy aids his father by working alongside him in the fields.
- An abandoned campsite reveals a sportsman's magazine.
- The magazine features an advertisement for hound puppies, sparking Billy's interest.
- Billy needs to earn a total of $50 to purchase two hound puppies.
- He repurposes an old baking powder can as his piggy bank for saving money.
- One method Billy does not use to earn money is working in the fields with his father.
- Billy's grandfather keeps a secret for him regarding the puppies he wants to buy.
- At age 13, Billy finally accumulates enough money to afford the hound puppies.
- When Billy presents his savings to his grandfather, he becomes emotional and choked up.
- Billy's grandfather does not agree to lend him money for the puppies, but he offers other forms of support.
- Billy intends to repay his grandfather for a bag of candy by using the profits from the sale of his first coonskin.
- After getting the candy, Billy shares it with his sisters as a gesture of kindness.
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Explore the key events and concepts from Chapter 3 of the story, where Billy demonstrates his determination to save for hound puppies. This chapter highlights his relationship with his family and the importance of hard work and savings. Delve into the specific moments that shape Billy's journey toward achieving his dream.
