Write a detailed description of the land Billy lives on in the Ozarks.
What type of dog does Billy want? Why can't he get this?
Have you ever experienced the powerful longing that Billy experiences? If so, describe in detail what you were wishing for. If not, you may describe another character from a book or movie who experienced this longing.
What does Billy's father aim to achieve by getting Billy traps? Is this goal accomplished?
Billy's family is unable to help him get the dogs he wants. Create a plan for Billy that describes how he could get the dogs on his own.