The Lost Dog

How does the conflict of losing Max change the character in the story?

• 1. The character becomes frustrated and gives up searching for Max.

• 1. The character learns to stay calm and determined, realizing how important Max is.

• 1. The character grows angry at the people at the fair for not helping.

• 1. The character decides to never bring Max to the fair again.

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1. How does the setting of the fair affect the character’s experience in the story?

• The loud, crowded fair makes the character feel overwhelmed and hopeless at first.

• 1. The fair's calm, quiet atmosphere helps the character remain calm when Max is lost.

• 1. The fair’s exciting activities distract the character, making them forget about Max.

• The fair's chaos forces the character to give up searching for Max.

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1. Why was the character excited about the fair?

• 1. To see a concert

• 1. To play games and eat food

• 1. To watch the dog show and bring Max

• 1. To meet new people

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1. How does the character feel when they first realize Max is missing?

• 1. They feel calm and relaxed

• 1. They panic and start running around

• 1. They feel excited to explore the fair without Max

• 1. They don’t notice Max is missing right away

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Where does the character first search for Max after realizing he is missing?

• 1. At the dog show area

• In the petting zoo

• In the lost and found booth

• At the Ferris wheel and food stalls

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What does the character do when they can't find Max after searching on their own?

• 1. They sit down and cry, giving up.

• 1. They go to the lost and found booth for help.

• 1. They leave the fairgrounds to go home.

• 1. They call their friends to help look for Max.

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1. How does the character feel when they finally see Max again?

• 1. Relieved and excited

• 1. Angry at Max for running away

• 1. Sad because they thought Max was gone forever

• Disappointed that Max didn’t stay with them

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1. Who helps the character find Max?

• 1. The police at the fair

• 1. The character's friend who was also at the fair

• A kind person who found Max and brought him to the lost and found booth

• The character’s parents who came to help search

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1. What is the theme of “The Lost Dog”?

• Friendships help you get through hard times.

• Respect the opinions of others around you.

• Stay true to yourself.

• 1. Stay calm during tough times and don’t give up. 

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What evidence from the text best supports your answer to question 9?

• “I looked down, and Max was gone. My heart sank.”

• “It turned out that Max had wandered off to a quieter part of the fairground where some kids had been playing.”

• 1. “Even though I had been scared and worried, I had learned how to stay calm and not give up.” 

• 1. “Just when I was starting to lose hope, I heard a familiar bark.” 

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