Where the Red Fern Grows, Ch 15 & 16 Quiz

Questions and Answers

What 'first' happened on the trip that made Billy feel more grown up?

His grandfather gave him a cup of coffee.

Which contest did Billy enter first, and what was the result?

He entered Little Ann in a beauty contest and she won first place and a small silver cup.

On their first night of hunting, Billy thought they should go far down river out of range of where the others had gone.

True

Where did the hounds run the first coon, and what was the result?

They ran the coon near the camp, and the coon ran straight through the camp. Signup and view all the answers

How many coons did the dogs kill on their first night of competition?

They killed two coons. Signup and view all the answers

What about the dogs surprised the judge?

He was surprised that the dogs were able to find the scent when the coon had gone so far out on the river bottoms. Signup and view all the answers

Why did one of the hunters come around with a small box in his hands?

He was collecting money for a jackpot for the winner. Signup and view all the answers

Billy wanted to go back to the swamp on the final night.

True Signup and view all the answers

What was Billy's explanation for the hounds stopping and staring at him at the beginning of the hunt?

He said he could feel that they knew the hunt was important. Signup and view all the answers

What other action surprised the judge after the dogs had killed the coon?

They licked and doctored each other's wounds. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 15 Highlights

Billy's grandfather shared a coffee with him, marking a moment of maturity for Billy on the trip.
Billy entered Little Ann in a beauty contest, and she won first place along with a silver cup, showcasing his pride in her.
During their first hunting night, Billy suggested going further down the river to avoid competition, indicating his strategic thinking.

Chapter 16 Highlights

The hounds chased a raccoon through the camp, causing chaos as the men extinguished their fires, illustrating the unpredictability of the hunt.
The dogs successfully killed two raccoons on their first night of competition, highlighting their hunting prowess.
The hunting judge was impressed by the dogs' ability to track the scent despite the raccoon moving far along the river bottoms.
One of the hunters collected money for a jackpot for the winner, showing the competitive spirit of the event.
Billy expressed a desire to return to the swamp on the final night, believing it would increase their chances of success due to its familiar terrain.
The judge noted that the two hounds appeared to understand the significance of the hunt, as they paused and stared at Billy, suggesting a connection between the dogs and their handler.
After killing the coon, the dogs tended to each other's wounds, surprising the judge with their camaraderie and care for one another.

Description

Test your knowledge on chapters 15 and 16 of 'Where the Red Fern Grows'. This quiz includes questions about key events and characters, focusing on Billy's experiences and milestones. Challenge yourself and see how well you remember these important moments!