Understanding Character Emotions and Actions

The boy visits his father in jail, bringing a Christmas cake. He reflects on the visit and worries about his father's fate. On his journey home, he thinks about his family and the challenges they face. At home, he interacts with his mother and siblings, who are curious about the jail. Sounder, the family dog, returns home injured, and the family waits for news about the father's situation.

What was the boy's initial feeling when he moved away from the jail?

• Fearful but relieved

• Angry and upset

• Indifferent

• Joyful

Why did the boy decide not to tell his father about the cake?

• He ate it on the way

• He wanted to surprise him later

• He forgot about it

• He didn't want to grieve his father

What advice did the boy's father give about stray dogs?

• Leave them alone

• Always bring them home

• Fetch them if they are not near a house

• Ignore them

How did the boy feel about his siblings asking questions?

• He was eager to answer

• He was glad they were asleep

• He was annoyed

• He was indifferent

What did the boy's mother do while singing softly?

• Read a book

• Sewed clothes

• Rocked in a chair

• Cooked dinner

What was the condition of Sounder when he returned?

• Injured and weak

• Playful

• Healthy and strong

• Aggressive

Why couldn't Sounder bark after returning?

• The reason was unknown

• He was scared

• He was too tired

• His throat was injured

What did the boy's mother do to get news about the father?

• Visited the jail

• Asked people to read court news

• Wrote a letter

• Called the authorities

What was the father's sentence according to the court news?

• House arrest

• Community service

• Hard labor

• Life imprisonment