topic 1
Why was Sandy given her name?
She is the spitting image of her grandmother.
What type of dog was Lob?
Alsatian or German Shepherd
What is Sandy's real name?
Alexandra
Where does Lob live?
Liverpool, England
Where did the Pengelly family live?
Cornwall, England or a cornish fishing village
What does the following passage from the story foreshadow?
The village was approached by a narrow, steep, twisting hill-road, and guarded by a notice that said LOW GEAR FOR 1 1/2 MILES, DABGEROUS TO CYCLISTS.
an accident will happen on the hill
What does the word melancholy mean in this passage from "Lob's Girl"?
sad
The story's time and place is its ___________.
setting
The main character in a story is the ___________.
protagonist
The main idea, or message, in a literary work is the _____.
theme
What is exposition?
The start of the story where the author sets up the story, including character, setting, and conflict.
What is rising action?
The conflict and story are building.
What is the climax?
The highest point of suspense or the turning point of the story.
What is falling action?
The events following the climax and leading toward the end of the story.
What is resolution?
The end of the story where the conflict is solved or ended.
Which part of the plot is the example below? Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, or resolution
Lob's mysterious appearance at Sandy's hospital bed brings Sandy back to health.
resolution
Which part of the plot is the example below? Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, or resolution
Sandy Pengelly meets a dog named Lob, who belongs to someone else.
exposition
Which part of the plot is the example below? Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, or resolution
Sandy and Lob are walking on a road when they are hit by a car.
climax
Which part of the plot is the example below? Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, or resolution
Lob travels alone across England and joins the Pengelly family.
rising action
Which part of the plot is the example below? Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, or resolution
Sandy lays in a coma in the hospital.
falling action
How does the doctor react to Sandy and Lob's interaction?
He drew in a sharp breath and let the dog into the hospital room.
How does Sandy react when she hears Lob in the hospital?
She stirred and moved her head a fraction.
How does Lob get into the hospital to see Sandy?
He tried to follow other visitors in but eventually was brought in by Mrs. Pearce.
How does Sandy's family react to her condition in the hospital?
They are upset, sad, and worried. The twins felt guilty for calling her bossy.
Why does Mr. Dodsworth give Lob to the Pengelly family?
Lob keeps running away over 400 miles.