Chapter 9: Where the Red Fern Grows -- CHOICES

Reading Response: (150 words)

Billy apologizes to the fallen tree and says he had to cut it down. What does he mean? Did he have any other choice?

Reflective Response: (250 words)

Think of a specific time when you were at a crossroads and had a significant decision to make. As you write, keep these questions in mind:

• When was this? How old were you?
• What was the context in which you were making this decision? What other factors were important?
• Why did the decision seem significant at the time? Do you still think it’s important for the same reasons?