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Phyllis Reynolds Naylor

Shiloh

Fiction | Novella | Middle Grade | Published in 1991

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Answer Key

Chapters 1-3

Reading Check

1. Judd Travers (Chapters 1-2)

2. Lying and cheating (Chapter 2)

Short Answer

1. When Marty first sees Shiloh, he is thin, has ticks, and cowers behind him. He calls to the dog, but Shiloh doesn’t come until Marty whistles at him. The dog refuses to leave when Marty releases him and shivers when Marty and his father drive him back to see Judd. Judd kicks Shiloh for running away and tells Marty he will “whup” the dog if he runs away again. Later Marty discovers Judd didn’t feed Shiloh as punishment for running away. (Chapters 1-3)

2. Dad tells Marty they will not report Judd because it is none of their business. Dad’s statement reveals the prevailing attitude in the area—the locals believe it is important to keep to yourself and let others live the way they see fit. (Chapter 2)

3. Marty decides to purchase Shiloh from Judd. His father recommends collecting cans, but Marty knows he will need to earn the money faster. Marty helps his father along his mailman route. (Chapter 3)

Chapters 4-6

Reading Check

1. A dead beagle (Chapter 4)

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