Questions and Answers
Why was Billy's family allowed to live on Cherokee land?
Because his mother was part Cherokee.
Why did Billy's father offer to get Billy a collie? How did Billy react?
He offered because he didn't have any spare money to buy a hound and could get a collie pup for free. Billy was unappreciative and insisted on having two hound puppies.
Evaluate the success of Billy's father's decision to get Billy the traps.
The traps distracted Billy from wanting hounds for a while, but ultimately he continued to pester his parents about hounds.
Write an entry in your diary describing how you felt when Billy begged for the hounds.
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Study Notes
Living on Cherokee Land
- Billy's family resides on Cherokee land due to his mother's Cherokee heritage.
- This connection allows them to live in an area significant to the Cherokee community.
Billy's Desire for Hound Puppies
- Billy's father offers a collie puppy to Billy because the family lacks funds for a hound.
- Billy shows dissatisfaction with this suggestion and persists in wanting two hound puppies.
Trapping Experience
- Billy's initial interest in traps diverts his focus from acquiring hounds.
- However, this distraction is short-lived as he resumes his desire for hounds after losing interest in trapping.
- While Billy successfully catches small animals, he accidentally traps his mother's cat and prized hen, highlighting the challenges of his trapping efforts.
Parental Concern
- The parent expresses a longing to fulfill Billy's wish for hound puppies but feels restricted by financial limitations.
- This sentiment reveals a struggle between parental love and the realities of their economic situation.
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