Marty's Dilemma with Shiloh

In this chapter of 'Shiloh', Marty struggles with the moral dilemma of keeping a dog, Shiloh, that belongs to someone else. He confides in his mother, who is torn between keeping the secret and telling Marty's father. Marty devises a plan to keep Shiloh safe, but faces internal conflict and fear of the consequences. The situation escalates when Shiloh is attacked by another dog, leading to a tense climax. Ultimately, Marty is left to grapple with the decision of what to do next, highlighting themes of love, responsibility, and moral integrity.

What is the setting at the beginning of Chapter 9?

• A busy school

• A crowded market

• A quiet forest

• A bustling city

How does Marty's mother initially react upon discovering Shiloh?

• She is amused

• She is indifferent

• She is serious

• She is excited

What reason does Marty give for keeping Shiloh?

• He loves him

• He wants to train him

• He wants to sell him

• He needs a guard dog

What does Marty's mother struggle with after discovering Shiloh?

• Whether to tell Marty's father

• Whether to adopt another dog

• Whether to keep Shiloh or not

• Whether to sell Shiloh

What is Marty's plan to keep Shiloh safe?

• Hide him in the house

• Give him to a stranger

• Build a stronger fence

• Take him to a shelter

What internal conflict does Marty face?

• Whether to adopt another dog

• Whether to train Shiloh

• Whether to sell Shiloh

• Whether to run away with Shiloh

What happens to Shiloh towards the end of the chapter?

• He runs away

• He is taken to the vet

• He is attacked by another dog

• He is adopted by a new family