Questions and Answers
How much is Billy able to earn per coonskin?
Up to $10.
What does Mama make out of Billy's first coonskin?
A hat.
What does Billy do with the money he earns from hunting?
Gives it to his father.
Why does Billy try to get the dogs to stay at home when he takes hides to his grandfather's store?
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What do the other hunters tease Billy about when they talk at his grandfather's store?
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Which of the following phrases does NOT characterize Little Ann?
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Which of the following phrases does NOT characterize Old Dan?
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What does Billy do to prevent Old Dan from entering the hollow tree again?
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What does Old Dan do when Little Ann cuts her paw?
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Why does Old Dan run up a hollow tree during a hunt?
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What does Billy do each morning when he returns home from hunting?
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What happens to Old Dan when he follows a raccoon underwater during a hunt?
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Study Notes
Billy's Earnings and Contributions
- Billy earns up to $10 for each coonskin he sells.
- He gives all the money earned from hunting to his father as a contribution to the family.
Mama's Crafting
- Mama makes a hat from Billy's first coonskin, showcasing her skills in crafting from their hunting success.
Dogs and Hunting Dynamics
- Billy attempts to keep Old Dan and Little Ann at home when taking hides to his grandfather's store due to potential fights with other dogs present.
- Other hunters at the store mock Billy about the small size of his dogs.
Character Traits
- Little Ann is not characterized as Old Dan's protector, highlighting her more nurturing role rather than a fighting one.
- Old Dan is not seen as sweet and loving, indicating a more aggressive or determined nature.
Hunting Strategies and Animal Care
- To prevent Old Dan from re-entering a hollow tree, Billy plugs the hole with rocks, demonstrating his resourcefulness.
- Old Dan chooses to stay with Little Ann when she injures her paw, emphasizing loyalty and companionship over the hunt.
- During a hunt, Old Dan chases a raccoon into a hollow tree, showcasing his instinctual hunting behavior.
Post-Hunt Rituals
- Each morning, Billy diligently cares for the dogs' feet, highlighting his commitment to their well-being after hunting adventures.
- Old Dan's search for a raccoon leads him to become trapped in a muskrat den under water, underlining the perils of their hunting quests.
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Description
This quiz focuses on Chapter 10 of 'Where The Red Fern Grows'. Test your knowledge about Billy's earnings, his relationship with his mother, and other key details from the chapter. Perfect for students looking to review their understanding of this classic novel.
