A Day No Pigs Would Die Chapters 1-2

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What is Robert's father's name?

Haven Peck

Why does Robert decide not to complain about his pain?

He wants to be perceived as a boy who can take pain and can go through hardships.

What does Papa say will help Robert's arm heal where Apron bit him?

Papa says that Robert's arm will heal by cleaning the wound.

Describe Papa's smell and why his smell is important.

Papa smells like pigs. It is important because it shows how Papa is a pig butcherer. This shows a lot about the title as it shows that Robert is trying work towards a day when his father doesn't have to kill pigs and "no pigs would die".

In chapter 1, why does Robert run away from school?

Rob runs away from school because a boy is teasing him

What is the name of Robert's home town?

Learning, Vermont

What does Robert tear out of Apron's throat?

A big goiter

Why does Robert stop to help Apron?

Because he feels bad for her and because Apron is giving birth to calfs

Why do you think Robert's parents don't take him to the doctor?

Because they cannot afford to.


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