José B. González - 'Even When'

The poem 'Even When' explores the unconditional love of a dog owner despite the dog's various misbehaviors, such as barking at night, jumping fences, and causing destruction. The narrative shifts to a child who, despite hardships and hearing divisive chants, wishes for love and care similar to that given to the dog. The poem highlights themes of love, acceptance, and longing.

What does the dog's owner do despite its mischievous behavior?

• Gives the dog away

• Kisses the dog's wet nose

• Ignores the dog

• Punishes the dog

How does the owner react when the dog bites a neighbor?

• Takes the dog to a vet

• Scolds the dog

• Kisses the dog's wet nose

• Apologizes to the neighbor

What is the child on the other side of the wall deprived of?

• Education

• Love

• Shelter

• Food

What does the child hear people chanting?

• Save the children

• Build that wall

• Feed the hungry

• Tear down the wall

What does the child wish for at the end of the poem?

• To be rich

• To travel the world

• To have a family

• To be a dog