Dog Called Kitty by Bill Wallace

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Why is Ricky afraid of dogs?

Back

He was attacked by a pack of stray dogs when he was younger.

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How does the stray puppy get the name "Kitty"?

Back

Because when Ricky's mom calls "Here, kitty, kitty" to feed the barn cats, the puppy comes too..

Front

Where does Ricky find the puppy when he realizes it is starving and too week to move?

Back

the hayloft of the barn

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What major event solidifies the bond between Ricky and Kitty and proves Kitty's bravery?

Back

Kitty protects Ricky when they are attacked by wolves.

Front

What is the setting?

Back

a farm in the country

Front

Where does Ricky hide Kitty, so his parents won't find out.

Back

the barn

Front

What does Ricky feed Kitty when he is hiding her.

Back

scraps from his meals

Front

What is an internal conflict Ricky struggles with regarding his father?

Back

he wants to live up to his father's idea of being brave

Front

How does Kitty die?

Back

Kitty was killed when a load of pipes falls on him at Ricky's father's work site.