The Last Dog Vocabulary and Comprehension Quiz

What does the word **"dome"** most closely mean in the context of the story?

• A mountain

• A protective structure

• A playground

• A vehicle

The word **"sustenance"** refers to:

• Shelter

• Food and water

• Clothing

• Entertainment

What is the best synonym for **"companion"** as used in the story?

• Stranger

• Rival

• Friend

• Pet

The word **"venture"** most likely means:

• To stay put

• To move cautiously

• To undertake a risky journey

• To celebrate

What does **"instinct"** refer to in the context of Brock's journey?

• A scientific method

• A learned behavior

• An unthinking natural response

• A mechanical process

Who is the protagonist of *The Last Dog*?

• Brog

• Brock

• The scientists

• The dome leader

What is the primary setting of the story?

• A forest

• An underwater city

• A dome in a futuristic world

• A mountain village

What type of conflict is primarily seen in *The Last Dog*?

• Character vs. Character

• Character vs. Self

• Character vs. Society

• Character vs. Technology

What kind of story element is Brog in *The Last Dog*?

• Antagonist

• Supporting character

• Villain

• Symbol

What event is the **climax** of the story?

• Brock’s decision to leave the dome

• Finding Brog

• The moment Brock realizes the outside world is not dangerous

• The first time Brock sees the outside

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