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1. 1.

   Which impression does Cindy use to show us that she has changed her mind about something?

2. 2.

   Why do you think Cindy said she wanted Red Eye to crawl into Emily's bed?

3. 3.

   Cindy says that it was really hard to Emily to touch the snake. Which word in the story tells us this?

4. 4.

   The story gives us some interesting information about garter snakes. Create a fact file about garter snakes in your notebook using the format given below, and draw a picture too.

5. 5.

   "On second thoughts," I said, "she might learn a lot from Red Eye."

   1. In this line, whom does the word 'she' refer to?
   2. Why did the speaker have second thoughts? What did they really want to do?
   3. Do you think it was fair of the speaker to bring Red Eye home? Say why.
6. 6.

   "Well, if that snake means so much to you, I guess I'll help you," she said.

   1. Why was the speaker initially hesitant to search for the missing snake?
   2. Why did the speaker finally decide to help?
   3. Briefly describe a situation where you or someone you know had to overcome a deep fear unexpectedly.