Comprehension Questions for the TEST!!
(PLEASE correct all your answers in your notebooks to get credit for the assignments.)
1. How do you think Justin feels about going to visit his grandpa?
Answer: He’s probably glad to get away from home for a while and is excited about being with Grandpa.
2. What is riding fence?
Answer: Riding fence is inspecting the entire fence to repair any broken parts to protect animals.
3. What is the setting of the story? Explain.
Answer: It takes place at Grandpa’s ranch in Missouri. The time could be present or morning.
4. Why does Justin not want to help Grandpa with the dishes?
Answer: Justin has had trouble doing the dishes before; he thinks housework is for women only.
5. Why does Justin want to help Grandpa with the dishes?
Answer: Justin has feels guilty not helping his Grandpa.
6. What are some of the responsibilities seen in the story?
Answer: Some of the responsibilities in the story include riding fence to protect the animals, doing our own house chores, untangling the fawn from the wire, preparing food and cleaning up afterwards, teaching Justin that he has responsibilities, and entertaining Justin by taking him to the festivals and rodeos.
7. How does Justin show respect to his grandpa?
Answer: Justin shows respect to his grandpa by listening to his grandpa and doing what his grandpa tells him to. He wants to help his grandpa with the dishes and the chores, but he doesn’t really know how so he feels guilty.
8. Why doesn’t the doe runaway when Grandpa and Justin approach?
Answer: The doe’s fawn is caught in the fence and she doesn’t want to leave it.