Who
Who are the main characters in the story? (2)
Billy and Blaze
What do Billy and Blaze enjoy doing together?
Going for walks through the woods.
What had been very warm with very little rain?
The summer
Where were Billy and Blaze when they noticed the fire?
In the woods.
Why was Billy worried when he saw the smoke and fire?
He thought a forest fire might start!
What is the name of Billy's dog?
Rex
What did Billy and Blaze notice that alarmed or scared them when they were out on their walk?
When Billy and Blaze went for their walk, why did Rex not go?
He was sick, so Billy's mother kept him home to rest.
Where did Billy and Blaze race to in order to get help?
A nearby farmhouse.
Why didn't Billy and Blaze go on the road to the farmhouse?
It was faster to cut across and they needed to be as quick as possible!
Who helped take care of Blaze after he raced to take Billy to the farmhouse?
The farmer's wife
What was the first obstacle that Billy and Blaze had to get past when they raced to warn people about the fire?
A high stone wall.
When did Billy struggle to sleep? Beginning, middle or end of the story? Why?
End: he struggled because he kept checking to make sure his presents were not a dream.
Where did Blaze almost fall but continued going? a) the stone wall, b) the rickety bridge, c) the brook, d) the rocky path.
The brook!
Why did Billy get such beautiful gifts for what he did?
The people wanted to show gratitude.
Who bought Billy a present as a reward for his hard work?
What happened to Blaze as he jumped over the final obstacle to get to the farmhouse?
His hind legs got caught on barbed wire and he got cut.
When Billy and Blaze got home, what did they eat to celebrate their hard work?
Blaze at carrots and Billy had chocolate cake!
Where was Billy when he received his present?
Why are Blaze and Billy a little like Jesus in this story?
They are trying to save people, even at great cost to themselves.
Who delivered Billy's gift to him?
One of the farmers who had helped put out the fire.
What did Billy and Blaze get in their present? 3 items!
A new bridle, shiny new boots, and new riding breeches too.
When did Billy receive his special present? How much time had passed?
Two weeks!
Where did Billy's father put the salve?
What does it mean to show gratitude?