Exploring Chapter 13 of Where the Red Fern Grows

What type of tree did the narrator and his dogs come across?

• A tall pine tree

• A large willow tree

• A small maple tree

• A huge bur oak

Why did the narrator decide to climb the tree again?

• He thought he missed something the first time

• He wanted to prove there was no ghost coon

• He was challenged by Reuben

• He wanted to get a better view

Where was the ghost coon finally found?

• In a hollow tree trunk

• In a burrow underground

• In a hollow gate post

• In a nearby bush

What did the narrator decide to do with the ghost coon once it was found?

• Kill it immediately

• Let it go free

• Capture it and take it home

• Sell it to Reuben

What caused Reuben's fatal injury?

• Being attacked by the ghost coon

• A fight with the dogs

• A fall from the tree

• Tripping and falling on an axe

How did Rainey react to Reuben's injury?

• He fought with the narrator

• He called for help

• He ran away in fear

• He tried to help Reuben

What did the narrator do after Reuben's death?

• He went home to inform his family

• He stayed with Reuben's body

• He buried Reuben

• He continued hunting

What did the narrator's father and grandfather do after hearing about Reuben's death?

• They called the police

• They moved Reuben's body

• They went to the Pritchards' house

• They ignored the situation

How did the narrator try to make amends for Reuben's death?

• By helping with the funeral

• By giving money to Reuben's family

• By placing flowers on Reuben's grave

• By apologizing to the Pritchards

What resolution did the narrator make after Reuben's death?

• To never hunt again

• To avoid the Pritchards in the future

• To move to a different town

• To become friends with Rainey