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The River by Michael Neale Chapter Eight: A Birthday Gift
The River by Michael Neale Chapter Eight: A Birthday Gift
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Comprehension check for The River by Michael Neale Chapter Eight.
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1
Finish the quote from Mr. Earl: "Most folks don't take time to get quiet long enough..."
...to listen.
...to let other people share.
...to think through their problems.
...to fish properly.
2
According to the text, what made both Mr. Earl and Gabriel turn around while fishing?
a wild animal
a low pitched growl
a high pitched scream
a honking horn
3
Instead of attacking Gabriel, the wild barking dog was actually doing what?
The dog was killing a rattler snake, saving Gabriel's life.
The dog attacked Mr. Earl to save Gabriel's life.
The dog chased Gabriel so he could lick and play with him.
The dog fiercely attacked the fish because he was hungry.
4
What did Gabriel decide to name the dog?
Miracle Angel
Old Dan
Old Rover
Rio Sky
5
Why did Gabriel think the dog didn't have a good home?
Gabriel was making it up because he wanted to keep the dog.
Gabriel thought he looked skinny and malnourished.
The dog stayed by Gabriel and did not return "home."
The dog did not have a collar.
6
Where did Mr. Earl stop before the fishing trip?
Mr. Earl went to the school so Gabe could thank his teacher.
Mr. Earl headed to a pig sale.
Mr. Earl stopped to buy Gabriel a birthday lunch.
Mr. Earl had to run to the market for Miss Vonda.
7
What kind of fishing pole did Mr. Earl get Gabriel for his birthday?
Mr. Earl bought Gabriel a Zebco spin cast reel.
Mr. Earl bought Gabriel fly fishing rod.
Mr. Earl bought Gabriel a cork rod, so it would float.
Mr. Earl bought Gabriel a Mitchell fishing reel.
8
What was Gabriel's favorite breakfast?
cinnamon rolls
strawberry Belgium waffles
chocolate chip pancakes and bacon
scramble eggs, bacon, and toast
9
Where did Mr. Earl hide Gabriel's birthday present?
Mr. Earl his the present in a pile of hay.
Mr. Earl hid the present behind the tractor.
Mr. Earl hid the present in the kitchen pantry.
Mr. Earl hid the present under Miss Vonda's bed.
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What is Mr. Earl's favorite sound?
Mr. Earl's favorite sound is casting the fishing line.
Mr. Earl's favorite sound is Miss Vonda cooking.
Mr. Earl's favorite sound is the sound of catfish jumping.
Mr. Earl's favorite sound is nothing, nothing but The River.
