What reason does Papa give for taking the Daisy air rifle away from Ned?

Why, in your opinion, is Chapter VII called "Disappearances"? Who, if anyone, disappears?

Why does the Wallis family dislike Mrs. Scallop so much?

What reason does Mrs. Scallop give Ned for Mama's illness? Is she telling the truth?

What explanation does Mama give Ned for having run away from home? Does Ned understand Mama's reason for leaving?

Discuss Ned's friendship with Mr. Scully. Do you think Mr. Scully has a happy life?

Why does Ned stop caring for the one-eyed cat after Mr. Scully passes away?

What is unusual about the postcards Doris Scully sends her father?

Why does Papa want to stay in Tyler instead of moving into the parsonage in Waterville?

What happens when Ned finally tells Mama the truth about the one-eyed cat? How does Mama react...