CHARACTERS
Who is the narrator of the story?
Johannes
Where does the story take place?
A large city park
What is Johannes’s job in the park?
He watches everything and reports danger.
What theme is shown when Johannes tries to protect the animals?
Responsibility
What does the word “Eyes” mean in the story?
An animal who watches everything
What kind of animal is Johannes?
A dog
The park is based on a real place. What real-life park inspired it?
Central Park
Why does Johannes run so fast through the park?
To observe everything quickly
The animals’ dream of freedom represents what theme?
Independence
What trait best describes Johannes?
Loyal
Who are Johannes’s two closest trusted friends in the park?
Bertrand and Sonja
Why is the park important to the animals?
It’s their home and they want to protect it
What major event shakes Johannes’s trust in the humans?
The humans plan to move the bison
When Johannes has to trust others, what theme appears?
Friendship
What phrase describes Johannes’s running ability?
“Fastest thing in the park”
Who is the “Bison” that Johannes watches over?
A group of bison living in the park
What physical feature gives Johannes an advantage in the park?
His incredible speed
Why do the animals plan an escape?
They want freedom from humans controlling the park
What theme appears when Johannes begins questioning his role?
Identity
What word describes the relationship between the animals working together?
Cooperation
What is the name of the new friend who inspires Johannes to think about freedom and escape?
Helene
How does the city outside the park affect the animals inside?
Noise, danger, and human changes threaten their freedom
What difficult choice does Johannes face at the end of the story?
Stay loyal to his old life or leave for freedom
The conflict between humans and animals shows what bigger theme?
Power and control
What does freedom symbolize in the novel?
The ability to choose your own path