Vocabulary
Define decide
To make a choice
What are the two parts of a complete sentence?
Subject and predicate
How did the haystack protect Aaron and Zlateh
Kept them sheltered and warm.
Name three jobs a dog can do.
Search
Rescue
Guide
What is the setting?
Aniak, Alaska
Where are peasants from?
Europe
What are prepositions? Give two examples.
Words that help show location, direction, and time.
Over, beside
How does the family now view Zlateh since she and Aaron returned?
She is a part of the family now.
Why are SAR dogs so important?
They are detectives and time is critical.
Why is getting to the victims more challenging for the Dragon Slayers?
The areas they serve are remote. Because of the lack of infrastructure (ex: bridges), specialized vehicles need to be used to reach certain locations.
This word's synonym is profession
career
What is a plot?
It is the series of events that characters go through to solve a problem or achieve a goal.
Why does Zlateh refuse to keeping walking? How might this effect Aaron’s goal of taking him to the butcher?
She was tired of walking. He won't be able to get to the butcher.
What do service animals do? What do they get in return?
Service dogs help people. They get love, food, shelter, and good care in return.
What are the requirements to be a Dragon Slayer?
Attend 160hrs of training, rescue people, good grades and meet for additional training.
The ............... child listens to her mother.
How can you use Latin and Greek word origins to help understand unfamiliar words?
Look for the root word.
Determine whether the root comes from a Latin or Greek word.
Then figure out the meaning of the prefix or the suffix.
Why did Aaron try to have a conversation with Zlateh?
He was lonely and wanted to talk.
Why are dogs used as luggage inspectors? What is their job?
They are very good a smelling odors. They smell for drugs, bombs, food and money.
Tell why the Dragon Slayers are so important to the region of Aniak.
The program provides extra help to an isolated area. It also provides opportunities for its members to go on to related careers.
I can't find anyone ............... to watch my children.
dependable
What is a classic short story?
It is fiction. The story has few characters and simple settings. The plot focuses on a single event, and the characters face one main conflict, or problem.
What is the theme of the story?
Animals can protect/rescue humans and can be a member of the family.
How do dogs make people's lives better?
They provide a service to people with disabilities.
How have the Dragon Slayers helped these volunteers with their future careers?
It has given the volunteers skills and opportunities which allows them to pursue related careers