Henry and Mudge: Understanding Growth

Henry, a lonely boy, wishes for a brother, friends, and a dog. His parents eventually agree to get him a dog. Henry finds Mudge, a puppy who grows into a large dog. Despite Mudge's size, Henry is happy with his new friend, and they share a strong bond.

What did Henry initially want from his parents?

• A cat

• A brother

• A bicycle

• A new house

Why did Henry's parents change their mind about getting a dog?

• They moved to a new house

• They found a dog for free

• They saw Henry's loneliness

• They wanted a guard dog

What type of dog was Henry looking for?

• A dog with floppy ears and straight fur

• A short dog with curly fur

• A dog with a long tail

• A dog with pointed ears

What was unique about Mudge when Henry found him?

• He was very tall

• He had pointed ears

• He had curly fur

• He was a puppy

How much did Mudge weigh when he stopped growing?

• 100 pounds

• 150 pounds

• 180 pounds

• 200 pounds

What did Mudge do after he grew up?

• He became a guard dog

• He stopped drooling

• He sat on Henry

• He ran away

How many collars did Mudge outgrow?

• Six

• Eight

• Seven

• Five

What was Henry's reaction to Mudge's growth?

• He wanted a new dog

• He was glad

• He was disappointed

• He was scared