The Goat-Roping Contest

Story Questions

  1. Who bragged that they would beat Patrick in the goat-roping contest?
  2. Who suggested that Patrick try roping a goat while blindfolded?
  3. How many times did Patrick successfully rope a goat while blindfolded?
  4. What did Sawyer's dad have to say about Sally's bragging?
  5. How many participants were there in Patrick's division?
  6. Why didn't James or Patrick say anything to Sally right before the competition?
  7. Compare what Patrick and Sally said to Sawyer after Sawyer had his turn roping goats?
  8. How fast did Patrick rope his goat? How did this compare to the previous record?
  9. Describe the crowd's reaction to Patrick's performance.
  10. Describe how Sally did in the goat-roping contest.