How to Become a Wild Dog

Select the correct definition of theme as it is used in works of literature.

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What is the definition of infer?

Based on the details in paragraph 6, the narrator's father is -

• Insistent that the son has to obey the law

• Stern and unsympathetic to the narrator's feelings

• Concerned about the health of the dog

• An acquaintance of the dogcatcher

• Proud of his son for finding a new pet

Which quotation from the story is an example of foreshadowing?

• Perhaps it was a glimpse of the mess I would make of my life.

• It wasn't long before I began to sneak into my yard to pet the dog, which he allowed without complaint.

• For a week, I kept asking dad if the dog would com back.

• The older I get, the more Rover's searching made sense.

What major theme is explored in the story?

• Children desire what their parents value.

• Having faith helps weather tough times.

• Appearances can be deceiving.

• Family bonds are priceless.

The present day setting supports the theme of the story by -

• Suggesting that the narrator does not remember events clearly.

• Contrasting an example of childhood mischief against adult regret.

• Connecting the narrator's current situation to events in his past.

• Emphasizing the importance of modern technology in saving animals.

Which of these statements best summarizes the story? Click on picture to read answer choices.

• A

• B

• C

• D

Based on the details in paragraph 4, the reader can infer that -

• Rover has found plenty of food by hunting in the wild.

• The narrator believes that Rover is not very intelligent.

• The narrator is skilled at catching and taming wild animals.

• Rover has probably been someone's pet in the past.

What kind of dog did the boy find?

• German shepard

• Chihuahua

• Yellow lab bruiser

• Great dane

How old was the boy when he found the dog?

• 7

• 8

• 9

• 10