Comprehension
Vocabulary
Analyze the Text
Craft, Structure
Word Study
100

What does Hachiko do every day? 

Escorts his owner to and from the train station. 

100

What does the word "silently" mean? 

quiet

100

At first, Kentaro thinks Hachiko looks like a wolf. Why does this frighten him?

wolves are known to be dangerous

100

Why is “Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog” considered historical fiction?

It is based on real events from the past and the setting accurately shows places that exist


100

Correct the sentence below:

brenda attended the wedding of captain james-her Squad leader.

Brenda attended the wedding of Captain James-her squad leader.

200

Who is Hachiko's owner? 

Dr. Ueno, a university professor

200

What does the word "anxiously" mean? 

nervous

200

What is the relationship between Kentaro and Hachiko?

Hachiko is Kentaro's reliable friend

200

What conflict does Kentaro face when Dr. Ueno dies?

Kentaro worries that he will never see Hachiko again


200

Select the correct version of the irregular plural below

The rogue (elfs/elves) stole the candy from the innocent houses. 

Elves

300

Who is the narrator of "Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog"? 

Kentaro, a young boy

300

What does the word "timidly" mean? 

shy

300

How did people feel about Hachiko after his owner died?

caring

300

What is the theme or the message of Hachiko?

true loyalty between one another is lifelong

300

The teacher made plenty (copys, copies) of the homework for her forgetful students. 

Copies

400

Why does Hachiko's owner stop going to the train station? 

he dies when he is at work

400

What does the word "thoughtfully" mean? 

to think carefully

400

The statue of Hachiko is a place where friends and family long separated come together again. What does this remind the reader of?

Hachiko reuniting with his owner each day

400

What evidence from the story support your answer of the theme of the story?

Hachiko went to the train everyday until he died waiting on Dr.Ueno

400

The base word thorough means complete. Using your knowledge of the suffix -ly, what is the definition of thoroughly?

In a complete way

500

How do the Japanese people honor Hachiko? 

they build a statue of him

500

What does the word "patiently" mean? 

calm; not in a hurry

500

What details about Kentaro’s mother’s clothing provide information about the setting of the story?  

she is wearing a kimono; this accurately shows what women wear in Tokyo 

500

Compare Hachiko to another story with a similar theme. You must be able to explain your answer.

Answers may vary.

500

What part of speech does the suffix -ly create when it’s added to the end of an adjective?

Adverb

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