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What plot complications does Billy encounter in this section of reading?
What plot complications does Billy encounter in this section of reading?
To train his dogs to hunt to get a coonskin.
Why does Billy think his grandfather is fooling him about the coon trap?
Why does Billy think his grandfather is fooling him about the coon trap?
Because he just needs to drop something to get his paw out.
How does Billy's father encourage him when his coon traps aren't working?
How does Billy's father encourage him when his coon traps aren't working?
He tells Billy to be patient because it could take a while before the trap works.
How does Billy train his dogs to track coons?
How does Billy train his dogs to track coons?
What does Billy promise his dogs on their first hunt?
What does Billy promise his dogs on their first hunt?
What does Billy's grandfather do so Billy can take a break from chopping down the tree?
What does Billy's grandfather do so Billy can take a break from chopping down the tree?
What does Billy discover about his dogs in the morning?
What does Billy discover about his dogs in the morning?
What does Billy pray when he can't continue chopping the tree?
What does Billy pray when he can't continue chopping the tree?
What happens after Billy prays?
What happens after Billy prays?
Why was Billy worried in chapter 7?
Why was Billy worried in chapter 7?
What happened to Old Dan when they caught the first coon in the trap?
What happened to Old Dan when they caught the first coon in the trap?
Who helps Billy train the dogs?
Who helps Billy train the dogs?
Who do you think really is Billy's main support?
Who do you think really is Billy's main support?
What are the dogs scared of?
What are the dogs scared of?
Do the dogs get used to water?
Do the dogs get used to water?
What happens when they see the first coon?
What happens when they see the first coon?
Where does the coon go after being spotted?
Where does the coon go after being spotted?
Why do the dogs not immediately chase after the raccoon once it runs in the water?
Why do the dogs not immediately chase after the raccoon once it runs in the water?
Where does the coon go after the river?
Where does the coon go after the river?
What happens when they get to the tree?
What happens when they get to the tree?
What does Billy do at the tree?
What does Billy do at the tree?
Who is worried about Billy when he goes hunting?
Who is worried about Billy when he goes hunting?
Who wakes Billy up after he has spent all night cutting down the tree?
Who wakes Billy up after he has spent all night cutting down the tree?
What does his dad tell him?
What does his dad tell him?
Does Billy go eat breakfast the first time?
Does Billy go eat breakfast the first time?
Who comes at lunch?
Who comes at lunch?
Who comes when Billy is really tired?
Who comes when Billy is really tired?
Does Billy want to leave?
Does Billy want to leave?
What will happen if he leaves?
What will happen if he leaves?
What does he do instead?
What does he do instead?
What meal does he eat when he comes inside?
What meal does he eat when he comes inside?
Why does Little Ann come back home and start to whine?
Why does Little Ann come back home and start to whine?
Does Billy start chopping down the tree again?
Does Billy start chopping down the tree again?
Does he eventually stop cutting down the tree?
Does he eventually stop cutting down the tree?
What did he do after he stopped cutting down the tree in the end?
What did he do after he stopped cutting down the tree in the end?
Do they ever get their first coon from hunting?
Do they ever get their first coon from hunting?
Why did Billy not give up?
Why did Billy not give up?
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Study Notes
Plot Complications
- Billy faces challenges in training his dogs to hunt coons.
- Initial traps yield no results, causing frustration for Billy.
Encouragement and Support
- Billy's father advises patience regarding the effectiveness of the traps.
- Billy's grandfather provides assistance by creating a scarecrow to keep the raccoon in the tree during a crucial moment.
Training Techniques
- Dogs are trained to track coons by following a coonskin dragged by Billy.
- On their hunting trip, Billy promises his dogs a coon to chase if they successfully track it.
Hunting Experience
- The first hunt leads to unexpected trials, such as Old Dan injuring his nose during a raccoon encounter.
- The dogs initially hesitate to chase the raccoon into the water due to fear.
Raccoon Chase
- After spotting the coon, it escapes into a river, prompting a chase that leads to the dogs barking at it as it climbs a tree.
- Billy begins cutting down the sycamore tree to reach the coon, showing determination despite fatigue.
Family Dynamics
- Billy's mother worries for his safety while hunting; his father wakes him for breakfast after a long night of work.
- His sister brings him food, highlighting familial support amid his hunting endeavors.
Perseverance and Prayer
- Billy persistently continues chopping the tree despite blisters, expressing his determination.
- After a heartfelt prayer, a strong wind facilitates the tree's fall, enabling Billy to retrieve the coon.
Final Outcomes
- Ultimately, Billy’s commitment leads to the successful hunting of their first coon, fulfilling his promise to the dogs.
- The story emphasizes themes of perseverance, determination, and the bond between Billy and his dogs.
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