Comprehension Check
- What had happened to Jody’s father?
Ans: Jody’s father was bitten by a rattlesnake. - How did the doe save Penny’s life?
Ans: Penny used the liver and heart of the doe he killed as folk medicine to draw out the venom from the snake bite, saving his life. - Why does Jody want to bring the fawn home?
Ans: Jody wants to bring the fawn home because he feels responsible for orphaning it after killing its mother to save his father’s life. - How does Jody know that the fawn is a male?
Ans: Jody’s father explained that male fawns have spots in a line, while female fawns have randomly arranged spots.
Comprehension Check
- Jody didn’t want Mill-wheel with him for two reasons. What were they?
Ans: Jody didn’t want Mill-wheel with him because he didn’t want Mill-wheel to see his disappointment if the fawn was dead, and he also wanted to keep his joy to himself if the fawn was alive. - Why was Mill-wheel afraid to leave Jody alone?
Ans: Mill-wheel was afraid to leave Jody alone because Jody had never been in the woods before, and he worried that Jody might get lost or bitten by a snake.
Comprehension Check
- How did Jody bring the fawn back home?
Ans: Jody kept his distance to avoid startling the fawn, gently stroked its neck, wrapped his arms around it, and carried it through the underbrush while protecting its face from thorns. - Jody was filled with emotion after he found the fawn. Can you find at least three words or phrases that show how he felt?
Ans: Jody felt ‘delirious,’ was ‘lightheaded with excitement,’ and his eyes were ‘as bright as the deer’s.’ - How did the deer drink milk from the gourd?
Ans: The fawn initially butted the gourd when it smelled the milk, and Jody encouraged it to drink by placing his fingers in the milk and into the fawn’s mouth. - Why didn’t the fawn follow Jody up the steps as he had thought it would?
Ans: The fawn was an untamed creature used to the woods, and the unfamiliar environment of the house and steps confused it.
Working With the Text
- Why did Penny Baxter allow Jody to go find the fawn and raise it?
Ans: Penny allowed Jody to find the fawn because he felt it was ungrateful to let it starve, having killed its mother for their benefit. - What did Doc Wilson mean when he said, “Nothing in the world ever comes quite free”?
Ans: Doc Wilson meant that every action has consequences; since they killed the doe to save Penny, they had a responsibility to care for its fawn. - How did Jody look after the fawn after he accepted the responsibility for doing this?
Ans: Jody cared for the fawn as if it were his child, feeding it milk, protecting it, and making sure it felt safe and comfortable. - How does Jody’s mother react when she hears that he is going to bring the fawn home? Why does she react in this way?
Ans: Jody’s mother was surprised and unhappy because she hadn’t witnessed the events that led to the fawn being orphaned and was concerned about the lack of food for the fawn.
Working With the Language
- Put these questions into reported speech:
- (i) Penny said, “Do you really want it son?”
Ans: Penny asked Jody if he really wanted it. - (ii) Mill-wheel said, “Will he ride back with me?”
Ans: Mill-wheel asked if he would ride back with him. - (iii) He said to Mill-wheel, “Do you think the fawn is still there?”
Ans: He asked Mill-wheel if he thought the fawn was still there. - (iv) He asked Mill-wheel, “Will you help me find him?”
Ans: He asked Mill-wheel if he would help him find him. - (v) He said, “Was it up here that Pa got bitten by the snake?”
Ans: He asked if it was up there that Pa had gotten bitten by the snake.
- (i) Penny said, “Do you really want it son?”
- Identify whether the verbs are transitive or intransitive:
- (i) Jody then went to the kitchen.
Ans: Intransitive - (ii) The fawn wobbled after him.
Ans: Intransitive - (iii) You found him.
Ans: Transitive - (iv) He picked it up.
Ans: Transitive - (v) He dipped his fingers in the milk.
Ans: Transitive - (vi) It bleated frantically and butted him.
Ans: Intransitive, Transitive - (vii) The fawn sucked his fingers.
Ans: Transitive - (viii) He lowered his fingers slowly into the milk.
Ans: Transitive - (ix) It stamped its small hoofs impatiently.
Ans: Intransitive - (x) He held his fingers below the level of the milk.
Ans: Transitive - (xi) The fawn followed him.
Ans: Transitive - (xii) He walked all day.
Ans: Intransitive - (xiii) He stroked its sides.
Ans: Transitive - (xiv) The fawn lifted its nose.
Ans: Transitive - (xv) Its legs hung limply.
Ans: Intransitive
- (i) Jody then went to the kitchen.
- Arrange the following words in alphabetical order and provide idioms and phrasal verbs:
- Words in order:
- clearing
- close
- draw
- light
- make
- parted
- pick
- scrawny
- sweet
- wonder
- Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
- Clearing
- Idiom: “Clear the air”
- Phrasal Verb: “Clear out”
- Close
- Idiom: “Close, but no cigar”
- Phrasal Verb: “Close down”
- Draw
- Idiom: “Draw a line in the sand”
- Phrasal Verb: “Draw up”
- Light
- Idiom: “See the light”
- Phrasal Verb: “Light up”
- Make
- Idiom: “Make a mountain out of a molehill”
- Phrasal Verb: “Make up”
- Parted
- Idiom: “Part ways”
- Phrasal Verb: “Part with”
- Pick
- Idiom: “Pick someone’s brain”
- Phrasal Verb: “Pick up”
- Scrawny
- Idiom: “Skin and bones”
- Phrasal Verb: “Bulk up”
- Sweet
- Idiom: “Sweet tooth”
- Phrasal Verb: “Sweeten up”
- Wonder
- Idiom: “It’s no wonder”
- Phrasal Verb: “Wonder about”
- Clearing
- Words in order:
Speaking
- Do you think it is right to kill an animal to save a human life? Give reasons for your answer.
Ans: This is a complex moral question. Some may argue that human life is more valuable and therefore justifies the action, especially in dire circumstances. Others may feel that all lives are precious and that taking one life to save another is unethical. It often depends on the specific situation, cultural beliefs, and personal values. - Imagine you wake up one morning and find a tiny animal on your doorstep. You want to keep it as a pet, but your parents are not too happy about it. How would you persuade them to let you keep it?
Ans: I would approach my parents calmly, explaining how responsible I would be in taking care of the animal. I would promise to handle all the responsibilities like feeding, cleaning, and taking it to the vet. I’d highlight the benefits of having a pet, such as companionship and the opportunity to learn about caring for animals. I would also offer to do extra chores to show my commitment.
Writing
- Imagine you have a new pet that keeps you busy. Write a paragraph describing your pet, the things it does, and the way it makes you feel.
Ans: I recently adopted a frisky puppy named Max. He is smart and loves to play fetch. Max has a naughty side, often rolling in mud and dirtying my bed after a fun outdoor adventure. His enthusiastic nature brings joy to our home as he runs around, hides the newspaper, and happily drinks up his milk. Even though he can be disobedient at times, he is my loyal companion and makes me feel incredibly happy. - Human life is dependent on nature. Do we give back anything to nature?
- (i) Examples of natural resources we use: Water, trees, minerals, wildlife, air, and soil.
- (ii) Paragraph expressing your point of view: Our relationship with nature is symbiotic; while we rely on her for resources, we must also give back. This can include planting trees, conserving water, and protecting wildlife. We should adopt sustainable practices that ensure the environment thrives. Our survival depends on the health of the earth, so it is essential to act responsibly and respect our natural surroundings.
- What to do if a snake chooses to bite you?
Ans: If bitten by a snake, it is crucial to remain calm and seek immediate medical assistance. Keep the affected area still and below heart level to slow the spread of venom. Avoid sucking out the venom or applying ice, as these can worsen the situation. While not all snakes are poisonous, all snake bites should be treated seriously. Always remember to identify the snake and report it to medical personnel for proper treatment.
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